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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Eagles versus the Trojans? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Jack Stephens Center in Little Rock, AR. The over/under for this Ohio Valley conference contest is set at 136.5 points, with Little Rock being favored by -6 at home against Morehead State.</p><h3>MOREHEAD STATE EAGLES VS LITTLE ROCK TROJANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Morehead State Eagles +6</p><p>This game will be played at Jack Stephens Center at 2:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MOREHEAD STATE EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-72 in favor of the Trojans.</li><li>Even though we have Little Rock winning straight-up, we like Morehead State at +6.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Morehead State Stun the Crowd at Jack Stephens Center?</h3><p>Morehead State's season record dropped to 5-7 after a 74-55 road loss to Tennessee Tech on Saturday. The Eagles, who were +2.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 129, falling short of the 142.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Morehead State trailed 40-29 at halftime and couldn't turn things around in the 2nd half, scoring just 26 points while allowing 34.</p><p>Morehead State's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 55 points while shooting 36.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.1%, and they hit only 3 of 15 from beyond the arc, shooting 20% from three-point range. At the free-throw line, they connected on just 6 of 11 attempts, shooting 54.5%.</p> <p>Matthew Sells was a bright spot, hitting 4 of 5 threes and finishing with 17 points on 5 of 6 shooting overall. Jaylon Johnson contributed 8 assists to go along with 12 points and 7 rebounds, while Anouar Mellouk and JaJuan Nicholls both shot 6 of 10 from the field, with Mellouk also grabbing 7 rebounds.</p><p>Morehead State's defense gave up 74 points on 46% shooting from the field, with their opponents hitting 26 of 56 shots. They allowed 18 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 47% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Morehead State's defense conceded 8 threes on 18 attempts, with their opponents shooting 44% from deep. They also sent the opposition to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 14 free throws, a 70% success rate. Morehead State gave up 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Trojans?</h3><h3>Little Rock Trojans Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Trojans fell to 7-6 on the season after a 95-86 road loss to Tennessee State on Saturday. Little Rock entered the game as +1 underdogs and didn’t cover the spread. The total points of 181 far exceeded the O/U line of 139.5.</p> 

<p>Little Rock trailed 44-32 at halftime but put up 54 points in the 2nd half. However, they allowed 51 points in the 2nd half, which prevented them from making a comeback.</p><p>Ante Beljan's 33-point, 11-rebound performance powered Little Rock to 86 points in their last game, as he shot 57.9% from the field. Ronald Jessamy was also efficient, hitting 77.8% of his shots and grabbing 12 boards.</p> <p>Travis Harper II added 20 points, connecting on 4 of 10 from deep, while Johnathan Lawson contributed 16 points and 6 assists despite shooting just 29.4%. The Trojans shot 44.1% overall, 30% from three, and 66.7% from the free-throw line, with 16 offensive rebounds and 13 assists.</p><p>Despite Little Rock's defensive struggles, they sent their opponents to the line 38 times, where they converted 29 free throws for 76%. The Trojans also allowed 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Dragons and Seawolves face off at 7:00 ET on FloC. The Seawolves are hosting the game at Stony Brook Arena in Stony Brook, NY. Drexel is favored by -6.5 in this Coastal Athletic Association conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 134.5 points.</p><h3>DREXEL DRAGONS VS STONY BROOK SEAWOLVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Stony Brook Seawolves +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stony Brook Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE STONY BROOK SEAWOLVES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-67 in favor of the Seawolves.</li><li>Not only will Stony Brook pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is A Road Victory Likely for Favored Drexel?</h3><h3>Drexel Dragons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Dragons improved to 8-6 on the season with a 68-59 road win over North Carolina A&T on Saturday. Drexel entered the game as 5-point favorites and covered the spread, while the combined 127 points fell short of the 145.5-point O/U line.</p> 

<p>Drexel led 34-33 at halftime and clamped down defensively in the 2nd half, holding the Aggies to just 26 points while scoring 34 of their own.</p><p>In their latest game, Drexel put up 68 points, shooting 44.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.8%. They hit 36.4% of their threes (8/22) and 48.6% from two-point range (18/37), while struggling at the free-throw line, making just 61.5% (8/13).</p> <p>Yame Butler led the way with 24 points, shooting 69.2% overall and 60% from deep (3/5). Drexel grabbed 14 offensive rebounds, with Nikolaos Chitikoudis pulling down 12 boards despite shooting 30.8% from the field.</p><p>Defensively, Drexel held their opponent to just 59 points on 30% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 17/47 (36%) and three-point attempts to 2/15 (13%).</p> <p>Even with 14 offensive rebounds allowed, Drexel's defense kept the pressure on, though their opponent did capitalize from the free-throw line, hitting 19/22 (86%).</p><h3>Do the Seawolves Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Stony Brook Seawolves Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Stony Brook fell to 3-11 on the season after an 83-76 home loss to William & Mary on Saturday. Entering the game as +6 point underdogs, the Seawolves not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Stony Brook trailed 42-37 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap, as they were outscored 41-39 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 159 exceeded the pre-game O/U line of 155.5.</p><p>Stony Brook put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 45.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 52.7%, with a strong 58.6% from two-point range. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 30.8% of their threes, but excelled at the free-throw line, connecting on 81.8% of their attempts.</p> <p>CJ Luster II led the way with 22 points, while Jared Frey added 18. Isaiah Mbeng hit 4 of 6 threes, finishing with 15 points. Chase Lowe contributed 11 points and 8 assists, shooting 80% from the field.</p><p>Despite Stony Brook's defensive efforts, they gave up 83 points, allowing the opposing team to shoot 45% from the field. Inside the arc, their opponents were particularly effective, hitting 58% of their two-point attempts, going 17/29.</p> <p>From three-point range, Stony Brook's defense held their opponents to 30% shooting, with 8 made threes on 26 attempts. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 18 for 81%. Stony Brook also allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Antelopes and Wolverines game? Catch the action at UCCU Center in Orem, UT, as the Wolverines hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. Grand Canyon is favored by -3.5 in this Western Athletic conference matchup the against Utah Valley. The over/under for the game is set at 143.5 points.</p><h3>GRAND CANYON ANTELOPES VS UTAH VALLEY WOLVERINES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Valley Wolverines +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at UCCU Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH VALLEY WOLVERINES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Wolverines.</li><li>Not only will Utah Valley 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 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Grand Canyon Have A Chance at UCCU Center?</h3><h3>Grand Canyon Antelopes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Antelopes improved to 10-4 on the season with an 82-71 win over Southern Utah on Saturday. Playing at home, Grand Canyon entered the game as -16.5 favorites but didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Grand Canyon led 41-31 at halftime and scored 41 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. The game’s combined points of 153 fell just under the O/U line of 154.5.</p><p>Grand Canyon put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 39.7% from the field. They hit 55% of their threes, going 11-for-20, and made 77.3% of their free throws. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.1%, with 19 offensive rebounds and 12 assists.</p> <p>Tyon Grant-Foster led the way with 23 points and 9 rebounds, hitting 3-of-5 from deep. Dominique Ford added 22 points, knocking down 4-of-9 from three. Duke Brennan grabbed 15 boards, while Tavi Jackson dished out 9 assists.</p><p>Grand Canyon's defense gave up 71 points in this one, but they held the opposition to just 39% shooting from the field, with a 33% mark on two-point attempts (16/48). However, they struggled to contain the three-point line, where the other team hit 11 of 20 threes, good for 55%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the opposition went 17/22, shooting 77%. Grand Canyon also allowed 19 offensive rebounds, giving the other team extra chances to score.</p><h3>Can the Wolverines Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Utah Valley improved to 7-6 on the season with a 64-53 home win over Abilene Christian on Saturday. The Wolverines entered the game as -9.5 favorites and covered the spread.</p> <p>Utah Valley led 28-24 at halftime and outscored Abilene Christian 36-29 in the second half. The total points for the game were 117, falling short of the 138.5 O/U line.</p><p>Utah Valley's offense put up 64 points in their last game, shooting 46.9% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 1 of 9 attempts for 11.1%, but connected on 55% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Wolverines shot 65.4%, making 17 of 26 attempts. Dominick Nelson, Quion Williams, and Bradyn Hubbard each contributed 16 points, with Nelson shooting 66.7% from the field.</p><p>Utah Valley's defense held their opponent to 53 points, despite allowing them to shoot 46% from the field. The Wolverines gave up 22 two-point baskets on 40 attempts, a 55% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Utah Valley limited their opponent to just 1 made three-pointer on 9 attempts (11%). They also sent them to the free-throw line 26 times, where they hit 17 (65%). Utah Valley allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>The Pilots and Dons are set to face off at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The Dons will host the game at War Memorial Gymnasium in San Francisco, CA. This West Coast conference matchup has an over/under of 147.5 points, and San Francisco is favored to win by -20.5 at home vs. Portland.</p><h3>PORTLAND PILOTS VS SAN FRANCISCO DONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Pilots +20.5</p><p>This game will be played at War Memorial Gymnasium at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND PILOTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Dons.</li><li>Even though we have San Francisco winning straight-up, we like Portland at +20.5.</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>Can the Pilots Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Portland's season continued to be a struggle as they fell to 3-12 after an 81-58 loss to Saint Mary's on Saturday. The Pilots were +18 underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 139, slightly over the pre-game O/U line of 136.5.</p> <p>Portland trailed 28-19 at halftime but allowed 53 points in the second half while scoring 39. They’ll need to tighten up defensively and find more consistency on offense to turn things around.</p><p>Portland's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 58 points while shooting 37% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.4%, with two-point shooting at 38.2% and three-point shooting at 35% (7/20).</p> <p>Augustas Marciulionis led the way with 20 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists, hitting 3 of 6 from beyond the arc. Jordan Ross added 14 points and 4 assists, shooting 55.6% overall and 50% from three-point range.</p><p>Even though Portland held their opponent to 37% shooting, they still gave up 81 points. Their defense limited two-point shots, with the other team hitting just 38% from inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Portland's defense allowed 7 made threes on 20 attempts, a 35% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the line 14 times, where they converted 11 free throws.</p><h3>Will the Dons Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>San Francisco dropped to 12-4 on the season after a 91-82 loss to Washington State on Saturday. The Dons, who were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 173, well over the pre-game O/U line of 147.5.</p> <p>San Francisco led 49-48 at halftime but struggled in the second half, scoring just 33 points while allowing 43.</p><p>Malik Thomas led the way for the Dons with 34 points, shooting 57.1% from the field and hitting 3 of 7 from beyond the arc. LeJuan Watts added 24 points and grabbed 12 rebounds, while Ethan Price contributed 20 points, missing just one shot in the game.</p> <p>San Francisco shot 41.8% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 49.3%. They hit 10 of 33 three-pointers (30.3%) and went 16 of 23 from the free-throw line (69.6%). The Dons also pulled down 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 9 assists in the game.</p><p>San Francisco's defense struggled, giving up 91 points on 49% shooting from the field. They allowed 56% shooting from two-point range, with the opposing team hitting 18 of 32 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, San Francisco's opponents shot 36%, making 7 of 19 three-point attempts. The Dons also sent them to the line 41 times, where they converted 34 free throws at an 82% clip.</p>

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Vandals versus the Hornets? Tip off is at at 10:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at The Hornets Nest in Sacramento, CA. Idaho is favored by -2.5 in this Big Sky conference contest against Sacramento State. The game's over/under currently sits at 134.5 points.</p><h3>IDAHO VANDALS VS SACRAMENTO STATE HORNETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sacramento State Hornets +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Hornets Nest at 10:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SACRAMENTO STATE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Hornets.</li><li>Not only will Sacramento State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Idaho Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>Idaho’s season record dropped to 4-9 after a narrow 73-71 loss to Montana on Saturday. The Vandals were +2 point underdogs going into the game, and the result was a push against the spread. The teams combined for 144 points, falling short of the 151.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>Idaho led 32-29 at halftime but allowed 44 points in the second half while scoring 39. They’ll need to tighten up defensively in the second half of games to improve their record moving forward.</p><p>Idaho put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 42.2% from the field and 29.6% from three-point range. They were efficient from the free-throw line, hitting 9 of 10 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.4%, and they grabbed 11 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Malik Moore and Money Williams each contributed 18 points, with Moore hitting 3 of 5 threes. Kristian Gonzalez led the team with 19 points, while Jack Payne also added 18, connecting on 3 of 7 from deep.</p><p>Idaho's defense gave up 73 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 42% from the field on 27 of 64 attempts. Inside the arc, Idaho allowed 51% shooting, with 19 of 37 two-point shots made.</p> <p>From three-point range, opponents hit 8 of 27 attempts, good for 29%. Idaho also sent them to the free-throw line 10 times, where they made 9, shooting 90%. Idaho gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Hornets Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>On Saturday, January 4th, Sacramento State improved to 2-9 on the season with a 56-53 home win over Portland State. Entering the game as +4.5 point underdogs, the Hornets not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 31-25 at halftime, Sacramento State clamped down defensively, allowing just 22 points in the 2nd half while scoring 31 of their own. The game’s total points of 109 fell well short of the 141.5 O/U line.</p><p>Sacramento State struggled offensively in their last game, putting up just 56 points while shooting 37.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.1%, with a particularly rough performance from beyond the arc, hitting only 5 of 24 attempts for a 20.8% rate.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Hornets shot 59.1%, and they grabbed 10 offensive rebounds. Isaiah Johnson led the team with 13 points, shooting 55.6% overall and 50% from three-point range. EJ Neal added 12 points and 8 rebounds, despite shooting just 22.2% from deep.</p><p>Defensively, Sacramento State held their opponent to just 53 points, allowing them to shoot 37% from the field. The Hornets gave up 14 two-point baskets on 27 attempts, a 51% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Sacramento State's defense was strong, limiting their opponent to 5 made threes on 24 attempts, a 20% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 13 free throws, shooting 59%.</p>

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<p>At 9:00 ET, the Miami Heat (-212) will travel to Salt Lake City to take on the Utah Jazz (+177) in a non-conference matchup. The Heat are currently 7th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 18-17, while the Jazz are 14th in the West at 9-26.</p>

<p>The over/under line for this game is currently set at 223.5 points. KJZZ will have TV coverage from the Delta Center.</p><h3>MIAMI HEAT VS UTAH JAZZ BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami Heat -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Delta Center at 9:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIAMI HEAT:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 119-89 in favor of the Heat.</li><li>Our projections have Tyler Herro finishing with 22 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Heat finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.4% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Heat?</h3><p>Miami moved to 18-17 on the season after a 114-98 road win over the Warriors on Tuesday. The Heat, who were +9 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread. The total points for the game were 212, falling short of the 216.5 O/U line.</p> <p>A key moment came when Miami went on a 10-0 run, turning a 35-29 deficit into a 39-35 lead. They outscored the Warriors 30-20 in the 4th quarter to seal the win.</p><p>The Heat's balanced offensive attack led them to a 114-98 win over the Warriors, with Nikola Jovic pacing the team with 20 points, including 11 in the 4th quarter. Bam Adebayo added 19 points, while Jaime Jaquez contributed 18, scoring 11 of those in the opening period.</p> <p>Miami hit 16 threes at a 40% clip, finishing with an overall field goal percentage of 47.3%. Tyler Herro chipped in 14 points, and Alec Burks scored 8 of his 11 points in the final quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Heat were strong in their win over the Warriors, allowing just 98 points. They gave up 23 points in the 1st quarter and 25 in the 2nd. The 3rd quarter was their toughest, with 30 points allowed, but they tightened up in the 4th, giving up only 20 points.</p> <p>Overall, Miami held Golden State to 40% shooting, including just 28% from three, with the Warriors hitting 14 threes. The Heat sent the Warriors to the line only 5 times, where they made 4 free throws. Miami finished with 39 defensive rebounds, 6 steals, and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Jazz Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>The Jazz fell to 9-26 on the season after a 124-121 home loss to the Hawks on Tuesday. Utah, who entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs, managed to cover the spread with the narrow defeat. The total score of 245 points exceeded the pre-game O/U line of 238.5 by 6.5 points.</p> <p>Utah went on a 12-0 run early, turning a 31-20 deficit into a 32-31 lead. However, they couldn’t hold on, as Atlanta edged them out in the 3rd quarter, 28-27. The Jazz made a push in the 4th, outscoring the Hawks 32-31, but it wasn’t enough to complete the comeback.</p><p>Lauri Markkanen connected on 8 threes, shooting 53.3% from deep, and finished with 35 points in the Jazz's 124-121 loss to the Hawks. He scored 15 points in the 2nd quarter. Collin Sexton added 24 points, with 8 coming in the 4th quarter, while Walker Kessler contributed 21 points and 10 rebounds, scoring 10 points in the final period.</p> <p>Utah made 19 threes, shooting 39.6% from beyond the arc, but hit just 41.7% of their shots overall. Markkanen's 8 threes were a big part of their success from long range.</p><p>The Jazz's defense struggled in the 1st quarter, giving up 36 points, but they tightened up in the 2nd and 3rd quarters, allowing 29 and 28 points, respectively. However, a 31-point 4th quarter from the Hawks led to a 124-121 loss. Overall, Utah allowed Atlanta to shoot 48% from the field.</p> <p>Utah had a tough time defending the three, as the Hawks hit 18 threes at a 40% clip. The Jazz sent the Hawks to the line 15 times, where they made 12 free throws. Defensively, Utah recorded 8 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

Miami Heat vs Utah Jazz Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Dolphins and Knights game? Catch the action at Knights Hall in Louisville, KY, as the Knights hosts this showdown at 6:30 ET on ESPN+. In this Atlantic Sun matchup, Jacksonville is favored bt -5.5 vs. Bellarmine. The over/under for the game is 142.5 points.</p><h3>JACKSONVILLE DOLPHINS VS BELLARMINE KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Jacksonville Dolphins -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Knights Hall at 6:30 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE JACKSONVILLE DOLPHINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 84-66 in favor of the Dolphins.</li><li>Not only will Jacksonville pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 150 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Dolphins Chances in Louisville</h3><h3>Jacksonville Dolphins Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Jacksonville improved to 5-7 on the season with a 68-44 win over Austin Peay on Saturday. The Dolphins were -6 favorites at home and covered the spread.</p> <p>Jacksonville led 27-19 at halftime and dominated the 2nd half, outscoring the Governors 41-25. The game’s total points were 112, falling short of the 130.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their latest game, the Dolphins put up 68 points, shooting 46.2% from the field and 45.5% from beyond the arc, hitting 5 of 11 threes. Their effective field goal percentage stood at 50%, and they connected on 75% of their free throws, going 15 for 20.</p> <p>Offensively, Jacksonville grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and dished out 9 assists. Robert McCray led the team with 15 points and 4 assists, while Zach Bell, LJ Thomas, and Tate McCubbin each added 12 points, with McCubbin hitting 2 of 9 from deep.</p><p>Jacksonville’s defense gave up 44 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 46% from the field with 24 made baskets on 52 attempts. Inside the arc, they hit 19 of 41 shots, also at a 46% clip.</p> <p>From three-point range, Jacksonville’s opponent connected on 5 of 11 attempts, shooting 45%. They also went to the free-throw line 20 times, making 15 of those for 75%. Jacksonville allowed 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Knights Pull Through as the Home Underdog?</h3><p>Bellarmine’s season struggles continued with a 71-65 loss to Central Arkansas on Saturday, dropping their record to 1-12. The Knights entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 136, falling short of the 144.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Despite leading 31-30 at halftime, Bellarmine couldn’t hold on, allowing 41 points in the second half while scoring 34. The Knights will need to find a way to close out games as they look to turn their season around.</p><p>Bellarmine put up 65 points in their latest game, shooting 43.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.6%. They connected on 55.6% of their two-point attempts, while hitting 33.3% from beyond the arc, making 10 of 30 three-point shots.</p> <p>Layne Taylor led the way with 29 points, shooting 5 of 14 from three, while Elias Cato and Billy Smith each added 21 points. Cato was nearly perfect, hitting 7 of 8 shots, including 2 of 3 from deep, and Smith knocked down 5 threes on 12 attempts.</p><p>Bellarmine's defense gave up 71 points in their last game, with their opponent shooting 40% from the field on 22 of 55 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 12 made shots on 21 attempts, a 57% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Bellarmine's opponent went 10 for 34, shooting 29%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 27 times, where they made 17, a 63% success rate. Bellarmine allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

Jacksonville Dolphins vs Bellarmine Knights NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>First pitch for Thursday's Yankees vs. Guardians matchup is set for 5:08 PM ET from Progressive Field in Cleveland. The Guardians are currently on a two-game losing streak, and their money line odds are sitting at -101 compared to the Yankees at -116. New York is also the favorite on the run line, where they are -149.</p>

<p>The over/under line for Thursday's game is sitting at 7.5 runs, and the forecast in Cleveland calls for clear skies and temperatures in the mid-50s. Clarke Schmidt is starting for the Yankees, and the Guardians will send Matthew Boyd to the mound. New York is 1st in the AL East, while the Guardians are 1st in the AL Central.</p><h3>CLEVELAND GUARDIANS VS NEW YORK YANKEES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cleveland Guardians Moneyline -101</p><p>This game will be played at Progressive Field at 5:08 ET on Thursday, October 17th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE YANKEES VS GUARDIANS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Guardians winning by a score of 4 to 3</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Guardians to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 7 runs and like the under</li></ul><p>New York picked up a 6-3 win over the Guardians in the most recent game of this series. The Yankees had a 2-1 lead after the first inning and added two more runs in the 2nd. As for the Guardians, they scored their final run in the 5th. Heading into the game, the Yankees were favored at -171 on the money line.</p>

<p>Gerrit Cole got the start for the Yankees, going just 4 1/3 innings while giving up two runs and striking out four. Clay Holmes got the win out of the bullpen. Tanner Bibee only went 1 1/3 innings for the Guardians, giving up two earned runs on five hits.</p>

<p>At the plate, Aaron Judge and Gleyber Torres each homered for the Yankees. Judge, Anthony Volpe, and Anthony Rizzo each had two RBIs. Jose Ramirez hit the lone home run for the Guardians, going 1/4.</p><h3>Yankees Records & Stats</h3><p>As the Yankees prepare for game three of their series against Cleveland, they hold a 2-0 lead and are on the road. New York posted a 94-68 regular season record, going 44-37 at home and 50-31 on the road. They’ve won five straight road games and four consecutive games as the favorite.</p> <p>New York’s run line record for the season is 87-81, including 50-33 on the road. They’ve covered the run line in three straight games as the favorite. The Yankees’ games have averaged 9.1 total runs this season, while today’s over/under line is set at 7.5 runs. Their over/under record is 88-75.</p><p>New York is sending right-hander Clarke Schmidt to the mound today vs. the Guardians. He has made 16 starts this year and has a record of 5-5 with an ERA of 2.85. So far, Schmidt has turned in two quality starts and is coming off an outing in which he didn't give up a run. Against the Royals on October 9th, he went 4 2/3 innings, giving up two earned runs, four hits, and one homer. Schmidt has a WHIP of 1.18 and is averaging 9.81 strikeouts per nine innings. Per nine innings, he has issued 3.16 walks. Schmidt has been much better on the road, coming in with a 1.77 ERA compared to 4.64 at home.</p>
<p>So far this season, the Yankees are the top home run hitting team in the league and are also 3rd in runs scored, averaging 5 runs per game. The team has been even better on the road, averaging 5.2 runs per game. Overall, they are batting .248 as a team, which is 7th in the league. The Yankees are also the league's top walk-drawing team.</p>

<p>Over his last seven games, Giancarlo Stanton has gone 7/24 with two homers and five RBIs. Gleyber Torres has also been swinging a hot bat, going 9/27 in his last seven games. Torres also has a three-game hitting streak going. Aaron Judge and Juan Soto have been the Yankees' top power threats this season, with Judge leading the league with 144 RBIs and Soto's 41 homers being 4th in the league.</p><h3>Guardians Records & Stats</h3><p>Facing a must-win game three against the Yankees, Cleveland looks to avoid falling behind 3-0 in the series. The Guardians finished the regular season with a 92-69 record, including a strong 50-30 mark at home and 42-39 on the road. As favorites, they went 66-37 this year, while posting a 29-36 record as underdogs.</p> 

<p>During the regular season, Cleveland’s run line record was 84-84, with an average run margin of +0.5 per game. At home, their run line record was 41-42. The Guardians’ over/under record stands at 71-85, and 68.9% of their games had higher totals than today’s 7.5 line.</p><p>Matthew Boyd gets the start for the Guardians today vs. the Yankees and comes into the game with a record of 2-2 and ERA of 2.72. So far, he has made three quality starts and is averaging 10.44 strikeouts per nine innings. Boyd has been much better at home, with an ERA of 1.91 compared to 3.28 on the road. In his last outing, he went just two innings and didn't give up a run. Boyd has finished with a no-decision in each of his last three outings.</p>

<p>Jose Ramirez and Josh Naylor have been the Guardians' top power threats this season, as Ramirez's 39 homers are 5th in the league, and Naylor's 31 homers are 13th. Ramirez also has a team-high 118 RBIs, which is 3rd in the MLB. However, Ramirez has gone just 6/27 in his last eight games, but three of those hits have been home runs. Steven Kwan has been hot of late, going 13/29 in his last seven games.</p>

<p>Overall, the Guardians are averaging 4.4 runs per game and have been a better offensive team at home, where they are averaging 4.7 runs per contest. As a team, they are batting just .238, which is 14th in the league, and their collective on-base percentage of .307 is also below the league average.</p>

New York Yankees vs Cleveland Guardians Betting Pick & Prediction 10/17/24

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Miami Heat (9-9) will travel to Boston to take on the Celtics (16-4) in an Eastern Conference matchup. The Celtics are currently 10.5-point favorites and have a moneyline of -507. The over/under line is set at 220.5.</p>

<p>This game will be played at TD Garden and can be seen on NBCS. Miami is 6th in the Eastern Conference and 2nd in the Southeast Division, while Boston is 2nd in the East and 1st in the Atlantic.</p><h3>MIAMI HEAT VS BOSTON CELTICS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami Heat +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Garden at 7:30 ET on Monday, December 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIAMI HEAT:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 128-103 in favor of the Heat.</li><li>Our projections have Tyler Herro finishing with 20 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Heat finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.0% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Heat Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>Miami fell to 9-9 on the season after a 119-116 loss to the Raptors on Sunday. The Heat were favored by five points heading into the game but couldn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 235, surpassing the over/under line of 221.5.</p> <p>A key moment in the game was a 10-0 run by the Raptors, which pushed the score from 22-17 to 32-17. Miami fought back, outscoring Toronto 29-21 in the 4th quarter, but it wasn’t enough to complete the comeback.</p><p>Tyler Herro led the Heat with 31 points and 6 threes in their 119-116 loss to the Raptors, shooting 56.2% from the field and 50% from beyond the arc. Miami made 15 threes as a team, hitting 37.5% from deep, while their overall field goal percentage was 44.3%.</p> <p>Herro scored 13 points in the 1st quarter and added 9 more in the 4th. Jimmy Butler and Terry Rozier each contributed 17 points, with Butler shooting 66.7% and Rozier hitting 3 threes. Rozier also had 9 points in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>The Heat struggled defensively on Sunday, giving up 119 points to the Raptors, who shot 53% from the field. Miami allowed 34 points in the 1st quarter and 33 in the 3rd, but tightened up in the 4th, giving up just 21 points.</p> <p>Despite the loss, the Heat did well defending the three, holding Toronto to 34% shooting with only 10 made threes. Miami also sent the Raptors to the line 20 times, where they made 15 free throws. The Heat finished with 11 steals and 4 blocks.</p><h3>Does Boston Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Boston’s record dropped to 16-4 after a 115-111 loss to the Cavaliers on Sunday. The Celtics, who were +1.5 point underdogs, didn’t cover the spread, and the game’s total of 226 points fell short of the 229.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Boston appeared to be in control after a strong 3rd quarter, outscoring Cleveland 35-21 to take an 84-72 lead. However, the Cavaliers stormed back in the 4th, putting up 43 points to Boston’s 27 to seal the win.</p><p>Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 33 points and 8 rebounds in their 115-111 loss to the Cavaliers, shooting 44.4% from the field and hitting 4 threes at the same percentage. Payton Pritchard contributed 24 points, while Kristaps Porzingis added 21 points and 8 rebounds.</p> <p>As a team, the Celtics shot just 40% from the field and 34.7% from beyond the arc, making 17 threes. Tatum scored 17 points in the 3rd quarter, while Pritchard added 17 points in the 4th.</p><p>Defensively, the Celtics were solid for three quarters, holding the Cavaliers to 28 points in the 1st, 23 in the 2nd, and 21 in the 3rd. However, they gave up 43 points in the 4th, leading to a 115-111 loss. Boston allowed Cleveland to shoot 48% from the field.</p> <p>The Celtics struggled to defend the three, allowing the Cavaliers to hit 17 threes at a 47% clip. Cleveland also went 20/25 from the free-throw line. Boston gave up 6 offensive rebounds but recorded 11 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Mavericks and Trailblazers face off at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The Trailblazers are hosting the game at Burns Arena in St. George, UT. UT Arlington come into this Western Athletic conference matchup as the -3.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 154.5 points.</p><h3>UT ARLINGTON MAVERICKS VS UTAH TECH TRAILBLAZERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Tech Trailblazers +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Burns Arena at 9:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH TECH TRAILBLAZERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-74 in favor of the Mavericks.</li><li>Even though we have UT Arlington winning straight-up, we like Utah Tech at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 150 points.</li></ul><h3>Will UT Arlington Be The Talk of Burns Arena?</h3><p>UT Arlington fell to 5-8 on the season after a 77-74 road loss to Tarleton State on Saturday. The Mavericks entered the game as -5.5 favorites but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 151, surpassing the O/U line of 139.5.</p> <p>After trailing 38-32 at halftime, UT Arlington put up 42 points in the 2nd half but couldn’t complete the comeback, allowing 39 points to Tarleton State in the final period.</p><p>UT Arlington's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, shooting 51.2% from the field and 50% from three-point range, hitting 10 of 20 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 63.4%, and they also connected on 73.3% of their free throws, going 22 for 30 from the line.</p> <p>Bubu Benjamin and Brody Robinson each scored 21 points, with Robinson hitting 5 of 6 threes and shooting 83.3% overall. Dantwan Grimes added 18 points, and Jaden Wells contributed 15, knocking down 3 of 5 from beyond the arc.</p><p>UT Arlington's defense gave up 77 points in their last game, allowing the opposing team to shoot 48% from the field, including 50% on two-point attempts (19/38).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Mavericks allowed 6 threes on 14 attempts, a 42% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the line 26 times, where they hit 21 free throws (80%).</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Underdog Utah Tech?</h3><p>Utah Tech fell to 2-11 on the season after an 80-66 road loss to FIU on Monday. The Trailblazers entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 146, just under the O/U line of 146.5.</p> <p>Utah Tech struggled in the first half, trailing 47-19 at the break. They turned things around in the second half, outscoring FIU 47-33, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the early deficit.</p><p>Utah Tech managed just 66 points in their last game, shooting 38.9% from the field and 28% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.4%, and they hit 70.8% of their free throws, going 17-for-24 from the line.</p> <p>Beon Riley led the way with 19 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 43.8% overall and 66.7% from three. Noa Gonsalves added 18 points, while Travis Gray contributed 15 points, hitting 75% of his threes. Asim Jones chipped in 14 points and 7 assists.</p><p>Utah Tech's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 80 points on 54% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to connect on 23 of 39 two-point attempts, a 59% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Utah Tech's defense saw their opponent hit 7 of 16 threes, shooting 43%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 22 times, where they made 13, shooting 59%. Utah Tech gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>The Ospreys and Colonels are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Colonels will host the game at Baptist Health Arena in Richmond, KY. The odds for this Atlantic Sun conference game currently have Eastern Kentucky as the -2.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 170.5 points.</p><h3>NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS VS EASTERN KENTUCKY COLONELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Florida Ospreys +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Baptist Health Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Colonels.</li><li>Even though we have Eastern Kentucky winning straight-up, we like North Florida at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 170.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>No Pressure for North Florida as Away Dogs</h3><p>North Florida dropped to 5-8 on the season after a 96-64 home loss to Lipscomb on Saturday. The Ospreys were +5.5 underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 160, just under the O/U line of 161.5.</p> <p>North Florida trailed 51-33 at halftime and couldn’t mount a comeback, scoring only 31 points in the 2nd half while allowing 45.</p><p>North Florida struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 35.9% from the field and 22.6% from three-point range, finishing with 64 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 40.6%, and they hit 61.1% of their free throws.</p> <p>Jacob Ognacevic led the team with 21 points, shooting 70% from the field, while Dylan Faulkner added 19 points on 63.6% shooting. Will Pruitt contributed 11 points, 13 rebounds, and 10 assists, despite shooting 20% from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite giving up 96 points, North Florida's defense held their opponent to just 35% shooting from the field. They limited two-point shooting to 48% (16/33) and were even more effective from beyond the arc, where their opponent shot just 22% (7/31).</p> <p>From the free-throw line, North Florida's opponent shot 61%, making 11 of 18 attempts. The Ospreys also gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Are Eastern Kentucky Ready for a Home Win?</h3><h3>Eastern Kentucky Colonels Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>The Colonels dropped to 5-8 on the season after an 88-67 loss to North Alabama on Saturday. Eastern Kentucky, who entered the game as +6 underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game finished at 155, just over the pre-game O/U line of 153.5.</p> 

<p>Eastern Kentucky found themselves in a deep hole early, trailing 50-29 at halftime. While they managed to score 38 points in the second half, they couldn’t make up ground, as they allowed North Alabama to match their 38 points in the final period.</p><p>Eastern Kentucky struggled offensively, shooting just 34.8% from the field and 18.5% from three-point range, hitting only 5 of 27 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.4%, but they excelled at the free-throw line, making 16 of 19 shots for 84.2%.</p> <p>Will Soucie and Canin Jefferson each scored 18 points, with Soucie hitting 4 threes. Corneilous Williams and Devontae Blanton added 15 points each, with Williams grabbing 11 rebounds. Taye Fields also had a strong game, shooting 71.4% from the field with 14 rebounds and 7 assists.</p><p>Eastern Kentucky's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 88 points on 47% shooting from the field. The Colonels allowed their opponent to hit 56% of their two-point attempts, with 25 makes on 44 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Eastern Kentucky's defense held their opponent to 30% shooting, with 7 made threes on 23 attempts. However, they sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 17 for 70%. The Colonels also gave up 19 offensive rebounds.</p>

North Florida Ospreys vs Eastern Kentucky Colonels NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>An interleague battle continues Saturday night when the Pittsburgh Pirates (21-18, 11-9 away) visit the Baltimore Orioles (25-13, 12-5 home). Both teams started the season strong, but the Pirates are heading down while the Orioles are remaining in that good form. Below is my MLB pick for the Pittsburgh Pirates vs Baltimore Orioles.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-pittsburgh-pirates-vs-baltimore-orioles-betting-pick"><a></a><a></a>Pittsburgh Pirates vs Baltimore Orioles Betting Pick</h2>



<p>The Pick: Baltimore Orioles -160</p>



<p>This game will be played at Oriole Park at Camden Yards at 7:05 p.m. on Saturday, May 13, 2023.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-why-bet-the-baltimore-orioles"><a></a>Why Bet the Baltimore Orioles:</h2>



<p>✅ Baltimore is in great form having win 14 of their last 20 games played.</p>



<p>✅ At home, the Orioles have won nine of their last 11 games at Camden Yards.</p>



<p>✅ Pittsburgh is in free fall having lost 10 of their last 11 games overall and five straight on the road.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-pittsburgh-pirates-are-in-a-free-fall"><a></a>Pittsburgh Pirates Are in a Free Fall</h2>



<p>Pittsburgh was the darling of April, but since the calendar turned to May it seems the water is returning to its level. The Pirates have struggled in May winning just one game and losing all three series on the way. This weekend’s series with the Orioles was a familiar feeling for the Pirates as they were beaten 6-3.</p>



<p>Roansy Contreras is set to make his eighth start of the season and he will need to improve on his 4.74 ERA and 1.55 WHIP in 38.0 innings pitched.</p>



<p>Bryan Reynolds has signed a big contract extension and is off to a nice start this year as he leads the Pirates with a .296 batting average and 23 RBIs. Andrew McCutchen has hit a team leading seven home runs.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-baltimore-orioles-are-good">The Baltimore Orioles Are Good</h2>



<p>Baltimore started this week doing something not many teams have done this year – beating the Tampa Bay Rays in a series. The Orioles took two of three from the division leading Rays and started this series with a solid win Friday night.</p>



<p>Tyler Wells is taking the ball for the eighth time this season, seventh start, and he’s off to a nice start this season with a 3.15 ERA and 0.78 WHIP in 40.0 innings pitched. The Orioles have been balanced, and good, at this dish with Austin Hays hitting a team high .303, Ryan Mountcastle mashing eight home runs, and Cedric Mullins knocking in 31 runs.</p>

Pittsburgh Pirates vs Baltimore Orioles Betting Pick &amp; Prediction - 05/13/23

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Tigers versus the Lions? Tip off is at at 8:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Hyland Arena in Saint Charles, MO. The odds for this Ohio Valley conference game currently have Lindenwood as the -1.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 147.5 points.</p><h3>TENNESSEE STATE TIGERS VS LINDENWOOD LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tennessee State Tigers +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hyland Arena at 8:30 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TENNESSEE STATE TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Tennessee State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Tennessee State Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><h3>Tennessee State Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Tennessee State improved to 2-10 on the season with a 95-86 home win over Little Rock on Saturday. The Tigers were slight favorites at -1 and covered the spread. The game’s total points of 181 exceeded the over/under line of 139.5.</p> <p>Tennessee State led 44-32 at halftime and scored 51 points in the 2nd half, though they allowed 54 points to Little Rock after the break.</p><p>Tennessee State put up 95 points in their latest game, shooting 46% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.4%. They connected on 36.4% of their three-point attempts, going 8-for-22 from deep, and hit 76.3% of their free throws, making 29 of 38 from the line. The Tigers also grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 18 assists.</p> <p>Ante Beljan led the way with 33 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 57.9% from the field. Travis Harper II added 20 points, hitting 4 of 10 from three-point range, while Ronald Jessamy contributed 16 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 77.8% overall.</p><p>Despite Tennessee State's defensive efforts, they gave up 86 points, with their opponents shooting 46% from the field. The Tigers allowed 21 two-point baskets on 41 attempts, a 51% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Tennessee State's defense conceded 8 threes on 22 attempts, a 36% clip. They also sent their opponents to the line 38 times, where they converted 29 free throws, shooting 76%. The Tigers allowed 14 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Lions Hold Strong at Home?</h3><h3>Lindenwood Lions Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Lions fell to 3-9 on the season after a 58-47 road loss to SIUE on Saturday. Entering the game as +7.5 point underdogs, Lindenwood not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Trailing 34-29 at halftime, the Lions managed just 18 points in the 2nd half while allowing 24. The game’s total points of 105 fell well below the O/U line of 137.5.</p><p>Lindenwood's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 47 points on 32.1% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 34%, and they hit only 17.6% of their three-point attempts, going 3-for-17 from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Ray'Sean Taylor led the way with 18 points and 8 rebounds, despite shooting 35% overall and 27.3% from three. Markeith Browning II added 16 points, hitting 50% of his threes, while Desmond Polk contributed 15 points, shooting 75% from the field and 66.7% from deep.</p><p>Despite giving up 17 offensive rebounds, Lindenwood's defense held strong, allowing just 58 points on 34% shooting from the field. They limited their opponent's two-point success, with only 17 made shots on 44 attempts, a 38% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Lindenwood's defense was effective, holding their opponent to 6/22 shooting, or 27%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 12 times, where they made 6, shooting 50%.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Ducks and Buckeyes face off at 6:00 ET on BTN. The Buckeyes are hosting the game at Value City Arena in Columbus, OH. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 150.5 points, and Ohio State is favored by -2.5 to win at home against Oregon.</p><h3>OREGON DUCKS VS OHIO STATE BUCKEYES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Ohio State Buckeyes -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Value City Arena at 6:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OHIO STATE BUCKEYES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Buckeyes.</li><li>Not only will Ohio State 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 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Ducks Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>Oregon improved to 13-2 on the season with an 83-79 home win over Maryland on Sunday. The Ducks entered the game as -4.5 favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The combined score of 162 points went over the O/U line of 150.5.</p> <p>Oregon trailed 45-42 at halftime but tightened up defensively in the 2nd half, holding Maryland to 34 points while scoring 41 themselves.</p><p>Oregon's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 83 points while shooting 51.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.5%, thanks to 42.9% shooting from beyond the arc (12/28) and 60.7% from two-point range (17/28). They also connected on 86.7% of their free throws (13/15).</p> <p>Jackson Shelstad was perfect from three, hitting 5/5 and finishing with 23 points on 8/10 shooting overall. Rodney Rice added 19 points, hitting 3/5 from deep, while Keeshawn Barthelemy contributed 14 points and 5 assists, shooting 50% from three.</p><p>Oregon's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 79 points on 51% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 60% of their two-point attempts, with 17 makes on 28 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Oregon's opponent connected on 12 of 28 threes, shooting 42%. They also went to the line 15 times, making 13 free throws for 86%. Oregon gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Buckeyes Chances at Home</h3><p>Ohio State improved to 10-5 on the season with an 89-88 road win over Minnesota on Monday. The Buckeyes entered the game as 5-point favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 177, well over the pre-game O/U line of 138.5.</p> <p>After trailing 28-27 at halftime, Ohio State turned things around in the second half, outscoring Minnesota 37-36 to secure the win.</p><p>Ohio State put up 89 points in their last game, shooting 42.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.6%, with two-point shooting at 51.2% (21/41) and three-point shooting at just 27.3% (6/22). The Buckeyes were strong from the free-throw line, hitting 87.9% (29/33) of their attempts.</p> <p>Offensively, they grabbed 12 rebounds and dished out 17 assists. Parker Fox led the way with 21 points on 8/12 shooting, while Lu'Cye Patterson added 20 points, hitting 3/7 from beyond the arc. Isaac Asuma also contributed 18 points, connecting on 3/4 three-point attempts.</p><p>Ohio State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 88 points on 45% shooting. They allowed 32 field goals on 70 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponent hit 12 threes on 29 attempts, shooting 41%. Ohio State also sent them to the line 27 times, where they made 12 free throws.</p>

Oregon Ducks vs Ohio State Buckeyes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Warhawks and Golden Eagles game? Catch the action at Reed Green Coliseum in Hattiesburg, MS, as the Golden Eagles hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 142.5 points, and Southern Miss is favored by -8.5 vs. Louisiana-Monroe in a Sun Belt conference matchup.</p><h3>LOUISIANA-MONROE WARHAWKS VS SOUTHERN MISS GOLDEN EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Southern Miss Golden Eagles -8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Reed Green Coliseum at 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTHERN MISS GOLDEN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Golden Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Southern Miss pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -8.5.</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 Louisiana-Monroe Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Warhawks dropped to 2-12 on the season after a 70-51 road loss to Coastal Carolina on Saturday. Entering the game as +7 underdogs, Louisiana-Monroe not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Louisiana-Monroe trailed 34-22 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 29 points while allowing 36. The game’s total points (121) fell short of the 134.5 O/U line.</p><p>Louisiana-Monroe managed just 51 points in their last game, shooting 34.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.6%, with a 32.1% mark on two-point attempts and 37% from three-point range, hitting 10 of 27 from deep.</p> <p>The Warhawks struggled at the free-throw line, making only 3 of 7 attempts. They had just 4 offensive rebounds and 11 assists. Jerry Ngopot and Coltie Young each scored 14 points, with Young hitting 3 of 6 threes. Noah Amenhauser was perfect from the field, going 5 for 5 and finishing with 13 points.</p><p>Louisiana-Monroe put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 45% from the field. They were particularly effective inside, hitting 65% of their two-point attempts (17/26).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Warhawks struggled, making just 7 of 27 three-point shots for 25%. They did well at the free-throw line, converting 15 of 18 attempts for 83%. They also gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Southern Miss Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Southern Miss fell to 4-9 on the season after a 74-71 road loss to Old Dominion on Saturday. Entering the game as +2 point underdogs, the Golden Eagles not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>The game’s total points came in just under the O/U line of 146.5, with Southern Miss scoring 33 points in the 2nd half while allowing 36.</p><p>Southern Miss put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 45.1% from the field. They hit 52.6% from beyond the arc, connecting on 10 of 19 attempts, and had an effective field goal percentage of 54.9%.</p> <p>Andre Curbelo led the way with 19 points and 8 assists, shooting 50% from three. Robert Davis Jr. added 18 points, while DeAntoni Gordon contributed 17 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 63.6% overall.</p><p>Southern Miss gave up 74 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 46% from the field. Most of the damage came inside, where they hit 62% of their two-point attempts, going 23/37.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Southern Miss held their opponent to just 11% shooting, with only 2 made threes on 17 attempts. At the free-throw line, they went 22/29, shooting 75%. The Golden Eagles also allowed 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks vs Southern Miss Golden Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Magic will host the Timberwolves in a non-conference matchup. Orlando is currently 4th in the Eastern Conference and 1st in the Southeast Division, while Minnesota is 8th in the Western Conference and 3rd in the Northwest Division.</p>

<p>The Timberwolves are favored by 4.5 points and have a moneyline of -191. They have won two straight games and have a record of 19-17. The over/under line for the game is set at 204.</p><h3>MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES VS ORLANDO MAGIC BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Timberwolves -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Kia Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 122-83 in favor of the Timberwolves.</li><li>Our projections have Anthony Edwards finishing with 26 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Timberwolves finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.8% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can The Timberwolves Secure a Win at Orlando?</h3><p>The Timberwolves improved to 19-17 on the season with a 104-97 win over the Pelicans on Tuesday. Minnesota, favored by four points, covered the spread with the victory. The game’s total points of 201 fell well short of the 221.5 O/U line.</p> <p>New Orleans went on a 10-0 run, turning a 45-43 deficit into a 53-45 lead. However, Minnesota responded by outscoring the Pelicans 29-21 in the 3rd quarter and held on in the 4th, despite being outscored 22-21.</p><p>Anthony Edwards knocked down 7 threes at 63.6% efficiency, finishing with 32 points and 9 rebounds in the Timberwolves' win over the Pelicans. Edwards hit 14 of his points in the 1st quarter, while Julius Randle added 8 of his 16 points in the opening period.</p> <p>Minnesota hit 15 threes as a team, shooting 34.1% from deep and 42.7% overall. Naz Reid contributed 13 points and 12 rebounds, with 8 of his points coming in the 4th quarter.</p><p>After a rough start, the Timberwolves locked in defensively, allowing just 21 points in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters and 22 in the 4th to hold the Pelicans to 97 points. Minnesota's defense was excellent, limiting New Orleans to 37% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Timberwolves were particularly effective against the Pelicans' three-point shooting, holding them to 29% from deep with only 12 made threes. Minnesota also recorded 9 steals and 8 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Will the Magic Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Orlando improved to 22-16 on the season with a 103-94 road win over the Knicks on Monday. Entering the game as +10.5 point underdogs, the Magic not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game were 197, falling short of the 207-point line.</p> <p>After trailing 28-24 after the first quarter, Orlando took control by winning the second quarter 29-23. They extended their lead by holding the Knicks to 17 points in the third quarter and entered the final period up 75-68. Orlando edged New York 28-26 in the fourth to seal the win.</p><p>Cole Anthony led the Magic to a win over the Knicks with 24 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 made threes at 50% shooting from deep. Wendell Carter Jr. added 19 points, hitting 3 threes without a miss and shooting 72.7% overall, while Kentavious Caldwell-Pope contributed 15 points and 3 threes at 50% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Orlando shot 50% from the field and 35.5% from three, making 11 threes in the game. Carter scored 9 points in the 4th quarter, while Anthony added 6 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters.</p><p>The Magic put together a strong defensive performance on Monday, holding the Knicks to just 94 points. Orlando's defense was particularly effective in the 3rd quarter, where they allowed only 17 points. Overall, the Magic gave up 28 points in the 1st, 23 in the 2nd, and 26 in the 4th.</p> <p>Orlando's perimeter defense was outstanding, limiting New York to 4 made threes on 18% shooting from beyond the arc. The Magic also recorded 7 steals and 5 blocks while sending the Knicks to the free-throw line 22 times, where they made 18.</p>

Minnesota Timberwolves vs Orlando Magic Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/25

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Philadelphia 76ers (-217) will visit the Orlando Magic (+178) in an Eastern Conference matchup. Philadelphia is currently favored by 5.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 222.5.</p>

<p>Both teams are near the top of their respective divisions, with the 76ers (26-13) sitting 2nd in the Atlantic and the Magic (22-19) 2nd in the Southeast. Philadelphia has won three straight games and is 3rd in the Eastern Conference.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA 76ERS VS ORLANDO MAGIC BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia 76ers -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Kia Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA 76ERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 116-106 in favor of the 76ers.</li><li>Our projections have Joel Embiid finishing with Joel Embiid points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the 76ers finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.4% and knocking down 12 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the 76ers Pull Off a Win at Orlando?</h3><p>In their last three games, the 76ers have been favored and have covered the spread in each of those games. Today, they are favored by 5.5 points against the Magic.</p>

<p>Philadelphia's O/U record for the season is 23-16, and the over has hit in their last two games. This season, their games have averaged 231.8 points per game, compared to today's O/U line of 222.5.</p>

<p>The 76ers' most recent win came against the Nuggets, where they won by a score of 126-121. Philadelphia covered the spread in that game, as they were favored by 2 points going in.</p>

<p>Currently, the 76ers are 3rd in the Eastern Conference with a record of 26-13. Against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 17-10 and 5-3 against other teams in the Atlantic Division.</p>

<p>On the road, the 76ers have an average scoring margin of +5.6 points per game. Their ATS record on the road is 11-6, and they have won three straight games against the spread on the road.</p><p>Coming into this game, the 76ers are one of the top scoring teams in the NBA, averaging 119.9 points per game. They have scored more than the league average in 59% of their games this season. In terms of pace, Philadelphia is 14th in the league at 99.1 possessions per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to shooting, the 76ers are 13th in field goal percentage at 47%. They are also one of the top teams in getting to the free-throw line, leading the league in both free throws made and attempted.</p>

<p>So far this season, the 76ers have been more effective inside the arc, shooting 53% on two-point attempts (21st). However, they are just 21st in three-point shooting at 37%.</p><p>Coming into the game, the 76ers defense has held opposing team's to fewer points than the league average in 43.6% of their games. Currently, they are 9th in the NBA at 111.9 points per game allowed. Inside the arc, the 76ers defense is giving up a shooting percentage of 53.9% and 33.7% from three-point territory.</p><h3>Can the Magic Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>The Magic have an O/U record of 18-23 this season, and the under has hit in their last six games. On average, their games have finished with 223 points, and today's line is set at 222.5.</p>

<p>Orlando has gone 27-14 against the spread this season, including a 13-5 mark at home. They have covered the spread in their last two games, and they are 18-11 ATS as the underdog.</p>

<p>In their most recent game, the Magic lost to the Hawks by a score of 106-104. They were 4-point underdogs in that game and have an overall record of 22-19, which is 8th in the Eastern Conference.</p>

<p>For the season, the Magic are 12-17 as the underdog and have been the underdog in 29 of their 41 games. Their scoring differential as the underdog is -2.7 points per game.</p>

<p>Orlando's record vs. the Eastern Conference is 16-11 compared to 6-8 against non-conference opponents. On the road, they are 9-14 compared to 13-5 at home.</p><p>At home this season, the Magic are averaging 115.7 points per game (18th) compared to 109.0 on the road (26th). Overall, Orlando is 23rd in the NBA in scoring at 112 points per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Magic are last in the league in three-point shooting percentage at 34%. They are also 29th in made threes at 10.8 per game.</p>

<p>Orlando is 15th in the league in pace at 99 possessions per game. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 19th overall at 46%.</p><p>This season, the Magic's defense is the 6th ranked defense in the NBA at 6th PPG. So far, they have held opposing offenses below the NBA scoring average in 58.5% of their games. Orlando struggled on the boards in their last game vs. the Hawks, giving up 16. For the game, Atlanta scored 106 points in the game.</p>

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