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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Lakers versus the Dolphins? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on NEC. The game will be played at Ted Grant Court in Syracuse, NY. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 134.5 points, and Le Moyne is favored by -3.5 to win at home against Mercyhurst.</p><h3>MERCYHURST LAKERS VS LE MOYNE DOLPHINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Le Moyne Dolphins -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ted Grant Court at 2:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LE MOYNE DOLPHINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 87-64 in favor of the Dolphins.</li><li>Not only will Le Moyne pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 151 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Lakers Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>Mercyhurst's season continued to be a struggle as they fell to 4-11 after a 73-59 loss to Saint Francis U on Friday. The Lakers were +3 underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 132, just under the O/U line of 133.5.</p> <p>Mercyhurst was down 32-28 at halftime and couldn't turn things around in the 2nd half, where they allowed 41 points while scoring 31.</p><p>Mercyhurst's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 59 points on 36.2% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.1%, with two-point shooting at 39.4% and three-point shooting at 32% (8/25). They connected on 75% of their free throws, going 9/12 from the line.</p> <p>Valentino Pinedo led the way with 18 points, hitting 8 of 11 shots. Jeremy Clayville added 17 points and 5 assists, shooting 54.5% overall and 37.5% from deep. Riley Parker contributed 13 points and 6 assists, while Bernie Blunt III also scored 13, hitting 3 of 5 threes.</p><p>Despite giving up 73 points, Mercyhurst's defense struggled, allowing the opposing team to shoot 56% from the field. They were particularly vulnerable inside, where they allowed 69% shooting on two-point attempts (20/29).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Lakers gave up 8 threes on 21 attempts, a 38% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the line 13 times, where they hit 9 free throws (69%). Mercyhurst allowed 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Dolphins Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Le Moyne Dolphins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Dolphins dropped to 3-12 on the season after a 91-86 home loss to Fairleigh Dickinson on Friday. Le Moyne entered the game as 3-point favorites but failed to cover the spread. The total points soared past the O/U line of 155.5, with the teams combining for 177 points.</p> 

<p>Le Moyne trailed 28-22 at halftime but turned things around in the second half, outscoring the Knights 37-31. Despite the strong finish, they couldn’t overcome the deficit.</p><p>Le Moyne put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 42.4% from the field and 27.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 47%, and they hit 50% of their two-point attempts. At the free-throw line, they connected on 68.6%, going 24-for-35.</p> <p>Terrence Brown led the way with 25 points, 9 rebounds, and 5 assists, despite missing all 4 of his three-point attempts. Ocypher Owens contributed 21 points and 13 rebounds, while Jo'el Emanuel added 19 points. Nate Fouts was efficient, shooting 62.5% from the field and hitting 2 of 4 threes, finishing with 15 points and 10 rebounds.</p><p>Le Moyne's defense struggled, giving up 91 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 42% from the field. The Dolphins allowed 22 two-point field goals on 44 attempts, a 50% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Le Moyne's defense held their opponent to 27% shooting, with 6 made threes on 22 attempts. However, they sent their opponent to the line 35 times, where they converted 24 free throws, shooting 68%. The Dolphins also gave up 16 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Raiders and Colonials game? Catch the action at UPMC Events Center in Moon Township, PA, as the Colonials hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this Horizon League conference game currently have Robert Morris as the -1.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 147.5 points.</p><h3>WRIGHT STATE RAIDERS VS ROBERT MORRIS COLONIALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Robert Morris Colonials -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at UPMC Events Center at 2:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ROBERT MORRIS COLONIALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Colonials.</li><li>Not only will Robert Morris pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Wright State Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><h3>Wright State Raiders Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Wright State improved to 7-8 on the season with a 66-62 win over Oakland on Thursday, January 9th. The Raiders were favored by 3 points and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>After trailing 28-23 at halftime, Wright State turned things around by scoring 43 points in the 2nd half while holding Oakland to 34. The game’s total points of 128 fell short of the 138.5 O/U line.</p><p>Wright State put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 45.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.8%. They connected on 56.7% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from deep, hitting just 30.4% of their threes (7/23). At the free-throw line, they were efficient, going 11/14 for 78.6%.</p> <p>The Raiders dished out 16 assists and grabbed 11 offensive rebounds. Jack Doumbia and Buru Naivalurua each scored 16 points, with Doumbia shooting 70% from the field. Keaton Norris added 14 points, hitting 4 of 6 from three-point range.</p><p>Despite giving up 62 points, Wright State allowed their opponent to shoot 45% from the field, including 56% on two-point attempts (17/30). From beyond the arc, the Raiders held their opponent to 30% shooting, with 7 made threes on 23 attempts.</p> <p>Wright State sent their opponent to the free-throw line 14 times, where they converted 11 free throws for 78%. The Raiders also gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Are the Colonials Ready for a Home Win?</h3><h3>Robert Morris Colonials Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Colonials fell to 9-7 on the season after an 80-69 home loss to Cleveland State on Wednesday. Robert Morris entered the game as 2-point favorites but failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After leading 38-37 at halftime, the Colonials struggled defensively in the second half, allowing 43 points while scoring 31. The total points for the game reached 149, surpassing the O/U line of 139.5.</p><p>Robert Morris put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 47.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.9%. They hit 36.8% from beyond the arc, connecting on 7 of 19 attempts, and went 14 of 23 from the free-throw line, shooting 60.9%.</p> <p>The Colonials dished out 15 assists and grabbed 12 offensive rebounds. Kam Woods led the team with 18 points and 6 assists, while Dylan Arnett added 16 points and 7 rebounds. Tevin Smith contributed 11 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 55.6% from the field.</p><p>Robert Morris gave up 80 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 47% from the field, including 53% on two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, their opponents hit 7 of 19 threes, good for 36%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Robert Morris sent their opponents to the stripe 23 times, where they converted 14 attempts, shooting 60%. The Colonials also allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's Jaspers and Warriors game? Catch the action at Hammel Court in North Andover, MA, as the Warriors hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this Metro Atlantic Athletic conference game currently have Merrimack College as the -7.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 142 points.</p><h3>MANHATTAN JASPERS VS MERRIMACK COLLEGE WARRIORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Manhattan Jaspers +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hammel Court at 2:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MANHATTAN JASPERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Jaspers.</li><li>Not only will Manhattan pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for Manhattan?</h3><p>Manhattan’s season record dropped to 6-7 after a 75-66 loss to Mount St. Mary's on Friday. The Jaspers, who were -1.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 141, falling short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Manhattan led 34-33 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring 32 points while allowing 42. This defensive lapse was a key factor in their loss.</p><p>In their latest game, the Jaspers put up 66 points, shooting 41.2% from the field. They hit 28.1% from deep, going 9-for-32, while connecting on 52.8% of their two-point attempts. They also grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 19 assists.</p> <p>Will Sydnor led the way with 27 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 57.9% overall and 55.6% from three (5-for-9). Terrell Ard Jr. added 16 points, hitting 8 of 13 shots, and Shaquil Bender contributed 14 points, knocking down 2 threes.</p><p>Manhattan's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field on 28 of 68 attempts. Inside the arc, the Jaspers allowed 52% shooting, with the other team hitting 19 of 36 two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Jaspers held the opposition to 28% shooting, as they made 9 of 32 attempts. Manhattan sent the other team to the free-throw line just once, where they made their only attempt. The Jaspers also gave up 14 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Merrimack College Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Merrimack College improved to 7-8 on the season with a narrow 66-65 win over Sacred Heart on Friday. Despite being favored by 3.5 points, the Warriors didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 131 fell short of the 138.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Merrimack led 39-28 at halftime but allowed 37 points in the 2nd half while scoring 27. They’ll need to tighten up defensively to maintain leads in future games.</p><p>Merrimack's offense put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 41.8% from the field. They connected on 11 of 28 three-point attempts, hitting at a 39.3% rate, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 50.9%.</p> <p>Adam Clark led the way with 23 points and 5 assists, while Anquan Hill added 17 points and 8 rebounds. Tanner Thomas contributed 15 points and 9 boards, and Bryan Etumnu was perfect from the field, going 5 for 5.</p><p>Merrimack College’s defense gave up 65 points, with their opponents shooting 41% from the field, connecting on 26 of 62 attempts. Inside the arc, the opposition hit 21 of 39 shots, good for 53%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Merrimack held their opponents to just 5 made threes on 23 attempts, a 21% shooting performance. The Warriors also sent their opponents to the line 17 times, where they made 8 free throws, shooting 47%. Merrimack allowed 17 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's Sharks and Blue Devils game? Catch the action at William H. Detrick Gymnasium in New Britain, CT, as the Blue Devils hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on NEC. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 126.5 points, and Central Connecticut State is favored by -8.5 to win at home against LIU.</p><h3>LIU SHARKS VS CENTRAL CONNECTICUT STATE BLUE DEVILS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: LIU Sharks +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at William H. Detrick Gymnasium at 1:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LIU SHARKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-71 in favor of the Blue Devils.</li><li>Even though we have Central Connecticut State winning straight-up, we like LIU at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 126.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Sharks Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><h3>LIU Sharks Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>LIU improved to 5-11 on the season with a 70-60 win over Stonehill on Friday, January 10th. The Sharks were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>LIU turned the game around in the 2nd half, outscoring Stonehill 43-27 after trailing 33-27 at halftime. The total points for the game ended at 130, just under the O/U line of 131.5.</p><p>In their last game, the LIU Sharks put up 70 points, shooting 52.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.4%. They excelled inside, hitting 64.1% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, going just 4-for-16 (25%). At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, making 8 of 9 attempts (88.9%).</p> <p>Malachi Davis led the way with 27 points on 12-of-18 shooting, though he missed 3 of his 4 three-point attempts. Louie Semona added 17 points, connecting on 2 of 5 from deep. Chas Stinson contributed 14 points and 4 assists, while Terell Strickland also had 13 points and 3 assists. The Sharks managed just 5 assists as a team and grabbed 8 offensive rebounds.</p><p>LIU Sharks held their opponent to 60 points, with a defensive effort that limited them to 41% shooting from the field. They allowed 22 made field goals on 53 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Sharks gave up 6 threes on 26 attempts, a 23% shooting rate. They sent their opponent to the line 12 times, where they made 10 free throws.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Blue Devils Chances at Home</h3><h3>Central Connecticut State Blue Devils Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Central Connecticut State’s season record dropped to 9-5 after a 62-57 home loss to Wagner on Friday, January 10th. The Blue Devils, who were -10.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Central Connecticut State led 33-32 at halftime but managed just 24 points in the 2nd half while allowing 30. The game’s total points reached 119, just over the 118.5 O/U line.</p><p>Central Connecticut State struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 57 points on 37.3% shooting from the field. They hit only 29.2% of their three-point attempts, going 7-for-24, and their effective field goal percentage was 43.1%. At the free-throw line, they connected on just 57.1% of their attempts, hitting 12 of 21.</p> <p>Ja’Kair Sanchez was a bright spot, scoring 19 points on 8-for-11 shooting and grabbing 7 rebounds in 23 minutes. Zaire Williams added 18 points, hitting 4 threes at a 50% clip, while Davonte Sweatman contributed 14 points, making 2 of 5 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Central Connecticut State's defense held their opponent to just 62 points on 37% shooting from the field. They limited two-point attempts to 27, with the other team making 12 for 44%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Central Connecticut State gave up 7 threes on 24 attempts, a 29% success rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 21 times, where they hit 12 for 57%. The Blue Devils allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's Pioneers and Mountaineers game? Catch the action at Knott Arena in Emmitsburg, MD, as the Mountaineers hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this Metro Atlantic Athletic conference contest is set at 148.5 points, with Mount St. Mary's being favored by -4.5 at home against Sacred Heart.</p><h3>SACRED HEART PIONEERS VS MOUNT ST. MARY'S MOUNTAINEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Knott Arena at 2:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MOUNT ST. MARY'S MOUNTAINEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Mountaineers.</li><li>Not only will Mount St. Mary's pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>No Pressure for Sacred Heart as Away Dogs</h3><p>Sacred Heart's season record dropped to 5-9 after a narrow 66-65 loss to Merrimack on Friday. The Pioneers were +3.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 131 fell short of the 138.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 39-28 at halftime, Sacred Heart made a strong push in the second half, outscoring Merrimack 37-27, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win.</p><p>In their last game, Sacred Heart's offense put up 65 points, shooting 41.9% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 23 attempts for a 21.7% rate, and their effective field goal percentage was 45.2%. At the free-throw line, they connected on only 8 of 17 attempts, shooting 47.1%.</p> <p>Adam Clark led the way with 23 points and 5 assists, shooting 40% from the field and 40% from three. Anquan Hill added 17 points and 8 rebounds, while Tanner Thomas contributed 15 points and 9 boards. Bryan Etumnu was perfect from the field, making all 5 of his shots, including 1 three-pointer.</p><p>Despite giving up 17 offensive rebounds, Sacred Heart held their opponent to 66 points on 41% shooting from the field. The Pioneers' defense was particularly effective against the three, limiting their opponent to just 5 made threes on 23 attempts, a 21% shooting performance.</p> <p>Sacred Heart also benefited from their opponent's struggles at the free-throw line, where they shot just 47%, making 8 of 17 attempts.</p><h3>Will the Mountaineers Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Mount St. Mary's improved to 9-5 on the season with a 75-66 road win over Manhattan on Friday. The Mountaineers entered the game as +1.5 point underdogs and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>After trailing 34-33 at halftime, Mount St. Mary's outscored Manhattan 42-32 in the second half. The combined points of 141 fell under the O/U line of 150.5.</p><p>Mount St. Mary's put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 46.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 51.6%. They connected on 54.8% of their two-point attempts, while hitting just 30% from three-point range, going 6-for-20 from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they were 11-for-14, shooting 78.6%.</p> <p>Will Sydnor led the way with 27 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 57.9% overall and 55.6% from three, hitting 5 of 9 attempts. Terrell Ard Jr. added 16 points on 61.5% shooting, and Xavier Lipscomb contributed 11 points and 6 assists, shooting 66.7% from the field and 50% from three.</p><p>Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers gave up 66 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 41% from the field. The defense struggled inside, as they allowed 52% shooting on two-point attempts (19/36).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Mountaineers held their opponent to 28% shooting, with 9 threes made on 32 attempts. They sent the opposing team to the free-throw line just once, where they made their only attempt. Mount St. Mary's also allowed 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Hawkeyes and Wildcats face off at 5:30 ET on BTN. The Wildcats are hosting the game at Welsh-Ryan Arena in Evanston, IL. The over/under for this Big Ten conference contest is set at 152 points, with Northwestern being favored by -3.5 at home against Iowa.</p><h3>IOWA HAWKEYES VS NORTHWESTERN WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Northwestern Wildcats -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Welsh-Ryan Arena at 5:30 ET on Saturday, March 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTHWESTERN WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-68 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Not only will Northwestern pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Iowa Pull Through as the Underdog Road Team?</h3><p>As an underdog this season, Iowa is 3-9, and they enter this game as a 3.5-point underdog. They have gone 17-12 overall and 9-9 in the Big Ten. On the road, they have gone just 3-8 compared to 14-4 at home.</p>

<p>Following their 90-81 win over Penn State, the Hawkeyes have gone 1-2 in their last three road games, and they are 3-7 in their previous ten road games. For the season, they have a scoring differential of -6.8 points per game on the road.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Iowa's ATS record is just 4-8. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Hawkeyes are just 3-7 vs. the spread. On the road this season, Iowa's ATS mark is 4-7 and their last three road games vs. the spread is 1-2.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 152 is lower than the average over/under line in Iowa's games this season (159.9), and their over/under record is 19-10. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 166 points, and their OU record over their last three games is 2-1.</p><p>In their latest game, Iowa offense put up 90 points against Penn State. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 47.2% and made 8 threes. Payton Sandfort was the leading scorer for the Hawkeyes, putting up 26 points. In addition, Josh Dix contributed 20 points.</p><p>At present, the Hawkeyes' defense is nationally ranked 311st, allowing 78.8 points per game. Iowa's three-point defense is currently 194th in the country at 7.8 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 45.6% of their shots vs. Iowa.</p><h3>Will the Wildcats Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>The Northwestern Wildcats enter this contest with a 20-8 overall record and a three-game win streak. They are 11-6 in Big Ten play and 9-2 in non-conference games. At home, the Wildcats are 16-1 this season and have won nine straight games.</p>

<p>As the favorite, Northwestern is 15-2 this season and has been the favorite in 17 of their 28 games. They are 4-7 on the road compared to their 16-1 record at home.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Northwestern has gone 8-7-2 vs. the spread. At home, their ATS mark is 10-6-1. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Wildcats are 5-4-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record for Northwestern games is 17-11, and today's line of 152 is higher than the average over/under line in their games (137). So far, 22 of their games have finished with fewer points than today's line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 138 points, which is higher than the season-long average of 143.2 points per game. During their last 10 games, the over/under record is 6-4.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the Northwestern offense tallied 68 points in a matchup against Maryland. Their field goal percentage for the game was 46.3%, and they made 2 threes. Nick Martinelli was the leading scorer for the Wildcats, putting up 27 points. In addition, Brooks Barnhizer contributed 14 points.</p><p>Currently, the Wildcats' defense holds the 89th rank in the nation, allowing 69.0 points per game. In today's game vs. Iowa, the Northwestern defense will be looking to do a better job avoiding putting opponents on the line. In their last game, Northwestern made 17 free-throws vs. the Wildcats.</p>

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<p>The Mountaineers and Buffaloes are set to face off at 3:00 ET on ESPN+. The Buffaloes will host the game at CU Events Center in Boulder, CO. The over/under for this game is set at 136.5 points, and Colorado is favored by -1 vs. West Virginia in a Big 12 conference matchup.</p><h3>WEST VIRGINIA MOUNTAINEERS VS COLORADO BUFFALOES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Colorado Buffaloes -1</p><p>This game will be played at CU Events Center at 3:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLORADO BUFFALOES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Buffaloes.</li><li>Not only will Colorado pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can West Virginia Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>West Virginia’s season record dropped to 11-3 after a 75-56 home loss to Arizona on Tuesday. The Mountaineers entered the game as +4 underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 131, falling short of the 143.5 O/U line.</p> <p>West Virginia trailed 39-28 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 28 points while allowing 36.</p><p>West Virginia struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 56 points on 36.2% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.1%, with the team hitting only 27.6% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 29 attempts.</p> <p>KJ Lewis led the Mountaineers with 21 points, shooting 69.2% overall, while adding 4 assists. Javon Small contributed 17 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists, despite shooting just 35.3% from the floor.</p><p>West Virginia's defense held their opponent to 75 points, with a solid effort in limiting their shooting to just 36% from the field. The Mountaineers allowed 21 field goals on 58 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, West Virginia's defense kept their opponent to 8 made threes on 29 attempts, a 27% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 8 times, where they made 6 free throws.</p><h3>Can the Buffaloes Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Colorado dropped to 9-5 on the season after a narrow 75-74 loss to UCF on Wednesday. The Buffaloes, who were +6.5 point underdogs going into the game, managed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Colorado led 37-34 at halftime but allowed 41 points in the second half while scoring 37. The game’s total points of 149 slightly exceeded the over/under line of 148.5.</p><p>Colorado's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, shooting 52.2% from the field and 53.8% from three-point range, hitting 7 of 13 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 60.9%, and they also connected on 79.2% of their free throws, going 19 for 24 from the line.</p> <p>Julian Hammond III led the way with 26 points, shooting 57.1% overall and 50% from deep. Jordan Ivy-Curry added 22 points, hitting 4 threes, while Andrej Jakimovski was 4 of 5 from beyond the arc, finishing with 16 points and shooting 66.7% from the field.</p><p>Colorado's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 39% from the field, hitting 22 of their 56 attempts. Inside the arc, they shot 42%, making 12 of 28 two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition went 10/28, shooting 35%. They also got to the free-throw line 28 times, converting 21 of those for a 75% success rate. Colorado allowed 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

West Virginia Mountaineers vs Colorado Buffaloes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/12/25

<p>Betting on today's Longhorns and Aggies game? Catch the action at Reed Arena in College Station, TX, as the Aggies hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on SECN. The odds for this Southeastern conference game currently have Texas A&M as the -5.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 139.5 points.</p><h3>TEXAS LONGHORNS VS TEXAS A&M AGGIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Texas Longhorns +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Reed Arena at 8:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TEXAS LONGHORNS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Aggies.</li><li>Even though we have Texas A&M winning straight-up, we like Texas at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Texas Secure a Road Victory?</h3><h3>Texas Longhorns Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Texas improved to 11-2 on the season with a 77-53 win over Northwestern State on Sunday. Playing at home, the Longhorns were heavy favorites, entering the game as 28-point favorites. However, they didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Texas took control early, leading 41-22 at halftime. In the second half, they scored 36 points while allowing 31. The game’s total points of 130 fell short of the 140.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their latest game, the Longhorns put up 77 points, shooting 50% from the field and 44% from beyond the arc, hitting 11 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 59.3%, and they connected on 80% of their free throws, going 12-for-15.</p> <p>Micah Thomas and Tre Johnson were key contributors, with Thomas scoring 19 points in 23 minutes, shooting 66.7% overall and 50% from three. Johnson added 18 points, shooting 63.6% from the field and 57.1% from deep, also contributing 4 assists.</p><p>Even with Texas allowing 53 points, the Longhorns couldn't capitalize, as they gave up 50% shooting from the field. The opposing team hit 27 of their 54 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Texas allowed 11 threes on 25 attempts, a 44% clip. They also sent the other team to the line 15 times, where they converted 12 free throws.</p><h3>Are Texas A&M Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>Texas A&M improved to 11-2 on the season with a dominant 92-54 win over Abilene Christian on Saturday. The Aggies, who were -20.5 favorites, covered the spread comfortably. The total points for the game reached 146, surpassing the over/under line of 139.5.</p> <p>Leading 48-29 at halftime, Texas A&M continued their strong play in the second half, scoring 44 points while holding the Wildcats to just 25 points.</p><p>Texas A&M's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 92 points on 58.5% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 66%, thanks in part to their 69.7% shooting on two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, the Aggies hit 40%, connecting on 8 of 20 threes.</p> <p>Wade Taylor IV dished out 10 assists, while Zhuric Phelps grabbed 10 rebounds and hit both of his three-point attempts. CJ Wilcher was 4 of 7 from deep, finishing with 14 points, while Andersson Garcia was perfect from the field, going 5 for 5.</p><p>Despite Texas A&M’s defensive struggles, allowing 54 points on 58% shooting, their opponent couldn’t capitalize enough to win. The Aggies gave up 23 two-point baskets on 69% shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Texas A&M’s defense allowed 8 threes on 40% shooting. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 30 times, where they hit 22 free throws at a 73% rate.</p>

Texas Longhorns vs Texas A&M Aggies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>At 6:00 ET, the Thunder (-1527) will take on the Wizards (+863) in a non-conference matchup. Washington (6-30) has lost five straight games and is currently 15th in the Eastern Conference. On the other side, Oklahoma City (31-6) is 1st in the Western Conference and has a spread of -16.</p>

<p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena in Washington. The over/under line for this game is currently set at 230 points. The Thunder are favored by 16 points and this game can be seen on MNMT.</p><h3>OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER VS WASHINGTON WIZARDS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Wizards +16</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 6:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON WIZARDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 124-109 in favor of the Wizards.</li><li>Our projections have Jordan Poole finishing with 20 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Wizards finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.8% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can The Thunder Secure a Win at Washington?</h3><p>The Thunder improved to 31-6 on the season with a 126-101 road win over the Knicks on Friday. Oklahoma City, favored by 3.5 points, covered the spread, and the game’s total of 227 points narrowly exceeded the O/U line of 225.</p> <p>A 14-0 run by the Thunder turned a 22-17 lead into 31-22, and they never looked back. They dominated the 1st quarter, holding the Knicks to 17 points, and extended their lead with a 39-26 2nd quarter. Heading into the 4th with a 102-74 lead, the Thunder coasted to victory despite being outscored 27-24 in the final period.</p><p>Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Isaiah Joe led the Thunder's offense in their 126-101 win over the Knicks, with Gilgeous-Alexander scoring 39 points on 71.4% shooting and Joe adding 31 points, hitting 8 threes at a 72.7% clip. The Thunder shot 53.9% from the field and 51.9% from beyond the arc, making 14 threes in the game.</p> <p>Gilgeous-Alexander scored 20 points in the 3rd quarter, while Joe added 17 of his points in the 2nd quarter. Jalen Williams contributed 19 points, with 7 coming in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Thunder put on a defensive clinic against the Knicks, holding them to just 101 points on 38% shooting. Oklahoma City set the tone early, allowing only 17 points in the 1st quarter, and maintained their defensive pressure throughout the game.</p> <p>Oklahoma City was particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where they held New York to 4 made threes on 12% shooting. The Thunder also recorded 9 steals and 9 blocks in the win.</p><h3>Do the Wizards Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>The Wizards fell to 6-30 on the season after a 138-105 road loss to the Bulls on Friday. Entering the game as +11 point underdogs, Washington failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 243, right on the line.</p> <p>Washington started slowly, trailing 36-26 after the 1st quarter. They managed to keep pace in the 2nd, matching Chicago with 32 points. However, the Bulls pulled away in the 3rd, outscoring the Wizards 41-24, and Washington couldn’t mount a comeback in the 4th, losing the final quarter 29-23.</p><p>In their 138-105 loss to the Bulls, the Wizards shot just 39.8% from the field. They did make 18 threes, shooting 39.1% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Jordan Poole led the way with 22 points, hitting 6 threes at a 66.7% clip. Jared Butler added 18 points, including 10 in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>The Wizards struggled defensively on Friday, giving up 138 points to the Bulls. Washington allowed 36 points in the 1st quarter, 32 in the 2nd, and 41 in the 3rd before holding Chicago to 29 points in the 4th.</p> <p>Overall, the Bulls shot 55% from the field, including 46% from three-point range, where they hit 23 threes. Washington sent Chicago to the line 14 times, with the Bulls making 9 free throws. The Wizards had 32 defensive rebounds, allowed 11 offensive boards, and recorded 6 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Blazers versus the Owls? Tip off is at at 5:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN. The game will be played at Eleanor R. Baldwin Arena in Boca Raton, FL. This American Athletic conference matchup has an over/under of 162.5 points, and Florida Atlantic is favored to win by -3.5 at home vs. UAB.</p><h3>UAB BLAZERS VS FLORIDA ATLANTIC OWLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida Atlantic Owls -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Eleanor R. Baldwin Arena at 5:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA ATLANTIC OWLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Owls.</li><li>Not only will Florida Atlantic pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 162.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Blazers Ready for a Win at Boca Raton?</h3><h3>UAB Blazers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UAB improved to 8-7 on the season with an 81-69 home win over Tulane on Tuesday, January 7th. The Blazers, who entered the game as -8.5 favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>UAB led 46-38 at halftime and outscored Tulane 35-31 in the 2nd half. The total points for the game were 150, falling short of the 156.5 O/U line.</p><p>UAB's offense put up 81 points in their latest game, shooting 47.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.7%. They hit 36% of their threes, going 9-for-25, and connected on 54.8% of their two-point attempts, finishing 23-for-42 inside the arc.</p> <p>Yaxel Lendeborg was a standout, shooting 11-for-13 overall and 1-for-1 from three, while also grabbing 13 rebounds and dishing out 8 assists. The Blazers recorded 20 assists as a team and pulled down 13 offensive rebounds.</p><p>UAB's defense gave up 69 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 47% from the field. They allowed 23 two-point baskets on 42 attempts, a 54% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition hit 9 of 25 threes, shooting 36%. UAB also sent them to the free-throw line 12 times, where they made 8, shooting 66%. UAB allowed 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Florida Atlantic Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Florida Atlantic Owls Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Florida Atlantic improved to 8-7 on the season with a 75-64 road win over Charlotte on Wednesday. The Owls entered the game as -5.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>FAU led 35-30 at halftime and added 40 points in the 2nd half while holding Charlotte to 34. The game’s total points ended at 139, below the O/U line of 152.5.</p><p>Florida Atlantic's offense put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 49.2% from the field. They were efficient inside, hitting 60% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, connecting on just 28.6% of their threes.</p> <p>Baba Miller led the way with 20 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 8-for-11 from the field and hitting both of his three-point attempts. Tre Carroll added 15 points and 9 rebounds, and Jaehshon Thomas, Giancarlo Rosado, and Niccolo Moretti each contributed 14 points.</p><p>Florida Atlantic's defense held their opponent to 64 points, with a field goal percentage of 42% (24/57). They allowed 47% shooting from two-point range, with the opponent making 18 of 38 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Florida Atlantic's defense limited their opponent to 6 threes on 19 attempts, a 31% shooting rate. The opponent also struggled from the free-throw line, hitting just 10 of 18 shots (55%). Florida Atlantic gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

UAB Blazers vs Florida Atlantic Owls NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/12/25

<p>Betting on today's Canucks and Capitals game? Catch the action at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC, as the Capitals hosts this showdown at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 5.5 goals, and the Capitals are favored by -1.5 against the Canucks.</p><h3>VANCOUVER CANUCKS VS WASHINGTON CAPITALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Capitals -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 7:30 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON CAPITALS:</h3><ul><li>According to our analysis, we anticipate the Capitals to win this one with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Capitals on the moneyline</li><li>The Capitals should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Will the Canucks Defense Show Up in Washington?</h3><p>With a 3-2 win over the Sharks, the Canucks improved to 18-13-9 this season. Vancouver was favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 5 goals fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>San Jose scored first, but Pius Suter tied it up at 5:19 in the second period. Jake DeBrusk gave the Canucks the lead in the third, only for the Sharks to even it up again. Suter then scored the game-winner with just 26 seconds left.</p><p>Pius Suter found the net twice in the Canucks’ 3-2 win over the Sharks, bringing his season goal tally to 3 and 4. Suter scored at 5:19 in the second period and sealed the game with just 26 seconds left. Jake DeBrusk added his first goal of the season at 15:38 in the third period.</p> <p>Vancouver took 27 shots on goal but had 25 giveaways. The Canucks were shut out in the first period, scored once in the second, and added two more in the third.</p><p>Defensively, the Canucks gave up the first goal at 2:37 into the second period and another at 18:43 in the third, but they held on for a 3-2 win over the Sharks. Kevin Lankinen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the defense added 5 takeaways and 24 hits.</p><h3>Does Washington Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>After a 4-2 loss to the Hurricanes, the Capitals now stand at 26-11-4. Washington initially led 2-1, but Carolina scored three unanswered goals, including an empty-netter, to secure the win.</p> 

<p>The total for the game was set at 6 goals, and the combined score matched that number. The Capitals were underdogs on the puck line, failing to cover. Washington’s goals came late in the first period, with Alex Ovechkin tying the game at 19:16 and Brandon Duhaime giving them the lead at 19:49.</p><p>Alex Ovechkin netted his 7th goal of the season on a power play, while Brandon Duhaime added his 2nd goal in the Capitals' 4-2 loss to the Hurricanes. Ovechkin took 5 shots on goal, and Duhaime followed with 3.</p> <p>Dylan Strome picked up his 13th assist on Ovechkin's goal, and John Carlson added his 7th assist. Nic Dowd contributed with his 2nd assist of the season. The Capitals registered 21 shots on goal but were hindered by 15 giveaways.</p><p>Defensively, the Capitals will look to bounce back after giving up four goals to the Hurricanes, including three unanswered to end the game. After leading 2-1 at the end of the first period, the Capitals allowed two goals in the second and another in the third. Charlie Lindgren made 41 saves with a 93.2% save percentage, and the defense added 20 hits and 2 takeaways.</p>

Vancouver Canucks vs Washington Capitals Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Red Flash and Knights face off at 1:00 ET on NEC. The Knights are hosting the game at Bogota Savings Bank Center in Hackensack, NJ. This Northeast conference matchup has an over/under of 150.5 points, and Fairleigh Dickinson is favored to win by -3.5 at home vs. Saint Francis U.</p><h3>SAINT FRANCIS U RED FLASH VS FAIRLEIGH DICKINSON KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Fairleigh Dickinson Knights -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bogota Savings Bank Center at 1:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FAIRLEIGH DICKINSON KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Knights.</li><li>Not only will Fairleigh Dickinson pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Red Flash Pull the Upset on the Road?</h3><p>Saint Francis U improved to 3-11 on the season with a 73-59 win over Mercyhurst on Friday. The Red Flash, who were -3 favorites, covered the spread at home.</p> <p>Leading 32-28 at halftime, Saint Francis U pulled away in the 2nd half, outscoring Mercyhurst 41-31. The total points of 132 fell just under the O/U line of 133.5.</p><p>Saint Francis U put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 56% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 64%. They connected on 69% of their two-point attempts (20/29) and hit 38.1% from beyond the arc (8/21).</p> <p>Valentino Pinedo led the way with 18 points, shooting 72.7% (8/11) from the field. Jeremy Clayville added 17 points and 5 assists, hitting 3 of 8 from deep. Riley Parker contributed 13 points and 6 assists, shooting 40% from three-point range (2/5).</p><p>Despite Saint Francis U's defensive struggles, they held their opponent to just 59 points. The Red Flash allowed a 56% shooting performance, with their opponent hitting 28 of 50 shots.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Saint Francis U gave up 20 of 29 shooting for 69%. From three-point range, their opponent went 8 of 21, a 38% success rate. The Red Flash also sent their opponent to the line 13 times, where they converted 9 free throws.</p><h3>Are Fairleigh Dickinson Ready for a Home Win?</h3><h3>Fairleigh Dickinson Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Knights picked up a 91-86 win over Le Moyne on Friday, improving their record to 3-11. They entered the game as +3 underdogs and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Fairleigh Dickinson led 28-22 at halftime but allowed 37 points in the 2nd half while scoring 31. The game’s total points of 177 exceeded the O/U line of 155.5.</p><p>Fairleigh Dickinson put up 91 points in their last game, shooting 40% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 45.7%. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 24.1% of their threes (7/29), but connected on 51.2% of their two-point attempts (21/41). At the free-throw line, they made 73.7%, going 28/38.</p> <p>Terrence Brown led the way with 25 points and 9 rebounds, despite going 0/4 from three. Ocypher Owens added 21 points and 13 rebounds, also missing all three of his three-point attempts. Jo'el Emanuel contributed 19 points, while AJ Dancler chipped in 18, hitting 2/5 from deep. Dylan Jones made 4 threes, finishing with 12 points.</p><p>Fairleigh Dickinson's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 86 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 42% from the field. The Knights allowed 50% shooting on two-point attempts, with the other team going 22/44 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Fairleigh Dickinson held the opposition to 27% shooting, with just 6 made threes on 22 attempts. However, they sent the other team to the free-throw line 35 times, where they converted 24 for 68%. The Knights also gave up 16 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Betting on today's 49ers and Golden Hurricane game? Catch the action at Reynolds Center in Tulsa, OK, as the Golden Hurricane hosts this showdown at 3:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this American Athletic conference game currently have Tulsa as the -2.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 144 points.</p><h3>CHARLOTTE 49ERS VS TULSA GOLDEN HURRICANE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tulsa Golden Hurricane -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Reynolds Center at 3:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TULSA GOLDEN HURRICANE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Golden Hurricane.</li><li>Not only will Tulsa pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the 49ers Defense Show Up in Tulsa?</h3><p>Charlotte’s season record dropped to 6-9 after a 75-64 loss to Florida Atlantic on Wednesday. The 49ers were +5.5 underdogs at home and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 139, falling short of the O/U line of 152.5.</p> <p>Charlotte trailed 35-30 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap, scoring 34 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40.</p><p>In their latest game, the Charlotte 49ers managed 64 points, shooting 42.1% from the field and 31.6% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.4%, and they struggled from the free-throw line, hitting just 55.6% of their attempts.</p> <p>Baba Miller led the way with 20 points, shooting 72.7% overall and hitting both of his three-point attempts. Tre Carroll contributed 15 points and 9 rebounds, while Jaehshon Thomas and Niccolo Moretti both shot 71.4% from the field, with Thomas perfect from deep, going 2-for-2.</p><p>Charlotte's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 42% from the field, hitting 24 of 57 shots. Inside the arc, they allowed 18 two-pointers on 38 attempts, a 47% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Charlotte's defense held their opponents to 6 made threes on 19 attempts, a 31% success rate. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 18 times, where they made 10 shots, shooting 55%. Charlotte gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Golden Hurricane?</h3><h3>Tulsa Golden Hurricane Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Tulsa improved to 5-9 on the season with an 82-77 road win over UTSA on Tuesday. Entering the game as +5.5 point underdogs, the Golden Hurricane not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 38-29 at halftime, Tulsa turned things around by scoring 53 points in the 2nd half while holding UTSA to 39. The game’s total points of 159 went over the pre-game line of 155.5.</p><p>Tulsa put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 46.4% from the field and hitting 13 of 28 from beyond the arc, matching their two-point shooting percentage at 46.4%. Their effective field goal percentage stood at 57.1%, and they connected on 77.3% of their free throws, going 17 for 22 from the line.</p> <p>Primo Spears led the way with 40 points, shooting 56.5% overall and 71.4% from three, hitting 5 of 7 attempts. Braeden Carrington also impressed, knocking down 5 of 6 threes for 83.3% and finishing with 20 points. Dwon Odom contributed 10 assists, while Jonnivius Smith grabbed 12 rebounds.</p><p>Despite Tulsa's defensive efforts, they allowed 77 points on 41% shooting from the field. The opposing team made 27 of their 65 shot attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Tulsa gave up 10 threes on 28 attempts, a 35% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the line 16 times, where they converted 13 free throws, shooting 81%.</p>

Charlotte 49ers vs Tulsa Golden Hurricane NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/12/25

<p>Today at 3:00 ET, the Milwaukee Bucks will be in New York to take on the Knicks. The Knicks are currently favored by 4 points, and the over/under line is set at 227.5.</p>

<p>Both teams are in the top 4 in the Eastern Conference, with the Knicks currently sitting in 3rd and the Bucks in 4th. Milwaukee has won 3 straight games and is 20-16 on the season, while the Knicks are 25-14.</p><h3>MILWAUKEE BUCKS VS NEW YORK KNICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Bucks +4</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 3:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MILWAUKEE BUCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 140-129 in favor of the Bucks.</li><li>Our projections have Giannis Antetokounmpo finishing with 30 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bucks finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.1% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Milwaukee Pull Off A Win at Madison Square Garden?</h3><p>Milwaukee improved to 20-16 on the season with a 109-106 road win over the Magic on Friday. The Bucks were favored by six points but didn’t cover the spread, while the total score of 215 points narrowly exceeded the O/U line of 212.</p> <p>Orlando went on a 13-0 run early, but Milwaukee chipped away at the lead, winning the 2nd quarter 21-20. After falling behind 81-78 heading into the 4th, the Bucks outscored the Magic 31-25 in the final period to secure the win.</p><p>Giannis Antetokounmpo powered the Bucks to a win over the Magic, scoring 41 points on 65.5% shooting and grabbing 14 rebounds. Damian Lillard added 29 points, hitting 3 threes at 42.9% efficiency.</p> <p>Milwaukee shot 51.8% from the field, but struggled from deep, making just 9 threes at 36%. Giannis scored 15 points in the 3rd quarter and added 10 more in the 4th, while Lillard also contributed 10 points in the final period.</p><p>The Bucks gave up 31 points in the 1st quarter but tightened their defense in the 2nd, allowing just 20 points. They allowed 30 points in the 3rd but held the Magic to 25 points in the 4th, securing the win.</p> <p>Milwaukee held Orlando to 43% shooting and 35% from three, with the Magic hitting 14 threes. The Bucks sent the Magic to the line 26 times, where they made 18 free throws. Defensively, the Bucks grabbed 36 rebounds, gave up 12 offensive boards, and recorded 10 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for New York as Home Favorites</h3><p>The Knicks fell to 25-14 on the season after a 126-101 loss to the Thunder on Friday. New York, who were +3.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total score of 227 points narrowly exceeded the pre-game line of 225.</p> <p>Oklahoma City took control with a 14-0 run early, extending their lead from 22-17 to 31-17. The Thunder outscored the Knicks 39-26 in the 2nd quarter, and by the time the 4th quarter started, the Knicks were down 102-74. New York did manage to outscore the Thunder 27-24 in the final period.</p><p>The Knicks struggled offensively in their 126-101 loss to the Thunder, shooting just 38.5% from the field and making only 4 three-pointers at a 12.9% clip. Jalen Brunson led the way with 27 points and 5 assists, while Karl-Anthony Towns added 23 points and 10 rebounds.</p> <p>Brunson scored 9 points in the 1st quarter and 8 more in the 3rd, while Towns put up 13 points in the 3rd period. Josh Hart contributed 16 points and 13 rebounds, and Cameron Payne scored 9 of his 11 points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>The Knicks struggled defensively against the Thunder, giving up 126 points on 53% shooting. Oklahoma City scored 31 points in the 1st quarter and 39 in the 2nd, putting New York in a hole. The Knicks allowed 32 points in the 3rd before holding the Thunder to 24 in the 4th.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Thunder hit 14 threes at a 51% clip. Oklahoma City also made 16 of 18 free throws. The Knicks gave up 8 offensive rebounds while recording 7 steals and 3 blocks.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Wild and Golden Knights face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Golden Knights are hosting the game at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, NV. This Western conference matchup has an over/under of 6 goals, and the Golden Knights are favored by -1.5 goals vs. the Wild.</p><h3>MINNESOTA WILD VS VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Vegas Golden Knights -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at T-Mobile Arena at 8:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>With the Golden Knights being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 4-3 in favor of the Golden Knights.</li><li>Take the Golden Knights on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Wild (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Wild Exceed Expectations on the Road?</h3><p>With a 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs, the Wild improved to 27-12-4. Minnesota was favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6 goals, and the combined score of 3 fell well short of that mark.</p> <p>Ryan Hartman opened the scoring for the Wild at 9:41 in the first period, but the Maple Leafs tied it up with just 52 seconds left in the period. Matt Boldy scored the game-winner 2:14 into overtime.</p><p>Ryan Hartman netted his third goal of the season, scoring for the Wild at 9:41 in the first period. Matt Boldy followed with his sixth goal, which came 2:14 into overtime to secure the 2-1 victory.</p> <p>Jared Spurgeon picked up two assists, bringing his season total to three. The Wild took 33 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the second and third periods, before Boldy's game-winner in OT.</p><p>Defensively, the Wild will look to build off a strong performance in their previous game, where they allowed just one goal to Toronto. Filip Gustavsson made 27 saves, finishing with a 96.4% save percentage. The Wild's defense also contributed 7 takeaways and 22 hits.</p><h3>Can the Golden Knights Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>With a 4-3 overtime win against the Utah Hockey Club, the Golden Knights improved to 28-11-3. Vegas, favored by -1.5 goals, failed to cover the puck line. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 7 goals surpassed that mark.</p> 

<p>The Golden Knights fell behind 2-0 before rallying to score four unanswered goals. Four different players contributed to the scoring for Vegas, with Brett Howden netting the game-winner at 2:15 into overtime.</p><p>Vegas took 35 shots on goal in their 4-3 overtime win against Utah, with 13 giveaways. Brett Howden netted his 6th goal of the season in overtime, while William Karlsson added his 2nd goal of the year. Pavel Dorofeyev opened the scoring for the Golden Knights, bringing his season total to 7 goals, and Noah Hanifin followed with his 2nd.</p> <p>Hanifin also contributed with two assists, giving him 4 and 5 assists on the year. Tomas Hertl picked up his 8th assist, and Mark Stone added his 15th assist on Howden’s game-winner.</p><p>Defensively, the Golden Knights will look to improve after allowing the first two goals of the game and a late equalizer at 13:10 in the 3rd period. Adin Hill finished with a save percentage of 84.2% on 19 shots from Utah, while the Golden Knights' defense recorded 10 takeaways and 22 hits.</p>

Minnesota Wild vs Vegas Golden Knights Betting Pick & Prediction 1/12/25

<p>Remember sitting around the TV with your family during the holidays, everyone cheering for their favorite football team? Those memorable moments of sports and family time are getting a new twist these days. More and more families are adding friendly <strong>betting pools</strong> to their holiday traditions, making every touchdown and field goal even more exciting.</p>



<p>In recent years, as <strong>sports betting has become legal</strong> in many states, family gatherings have started to look a little different. Instead of just wearing team jerseys and sharing snacks, relatives are now creating fun prediction games and friendly wagers around the big holiday games. Whether it's picking winners for the New Years bowl matchups or guessing which basketball team will score first on Christmas Day, these activities are adding extra spark to family celebrations.</p>



<p>These new betting traditions aren't just about winning or losing – they're changing how families experience sports together. From grandparents sharing their sports knowledge with grandkids to siblings competing for yearly bragging rights, <strong>holiday betting pools</strong> are creating fresh ways for families to bond over their favorite games. Let's explore how these modern traditions are bringing new excitement to holiday sports gatherings while keeping the spirit of family togetherness alive.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The History of Sports and Family Holiday Traditions</h2>



<p>Sports have been bringing families together during the holidays for generations. Since the first Thanksgiving NFL game in 1934, when the Detroit Lions played the Chicago Bears, watching football has been as much a part of Turkey Day as stuffing and cranberry sauce. The same goes for New Year's Day, where families have gathered around the TV for decades to watch <a href="https://bangthebook.com/college-football">college football</a> bowl games while recovering from their midnight celebrations.</p>



<p>Long before smartphones and betting apps, families found creative ways to make holiday games more interesting. Uncle Bob might have run the <strong>family football pool</strong>, where everyone put in a dollar to guess the final score. Cousins would compete in season-long fantasy football leagues, leading to heated holiday dinner discussions about who made the better trades. These friendly competitions weren't really about money – they were about having fun and staying connected with family members, even those who lived far away.</p>



<p>These casual games and family pools laid the foundation for what we see today. While past generations might have used paper grids for <a href="https://www.nfl.com/super-bowl/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Super Bowl</a> squares or shared fantasy league updates through phone calls, these same activities have evolved with technology. The spirit of friendly competition that started with notebook paper and cash in envelopes has grown into something bigger, as more families embrace legal sports betting platforms to keep their holiday traditions alive – just with a modern twist.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Rise of Holiday Betting Pools</h2>



<p><strong>Family betting pools</strong> changed dramatically when sports betting became legal in many states. What used to be informal wagers written on napkins during holiday dinners has evolved into organized family competitions that everyone can enjoy safely and legally. Many families now create their own holiday betting leagues with clear rules and reasonable limits, making sure the focus stays on fun rather than serious gambling.</p>



<p>The holiday <a href="https://knupsports.com/calendars/sports-betting-calendar/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">sports calendar</a> provides perfect opportunities for family betting pools. Thanksgiving brings three NFL games that span the entire day, giving families plenty of chances to predict scores, guess which player will score first, or create prop bets like...</p>



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<p>The NBA's Christmas Day games have become another holiday betting tradition, with five exciting matchups that keep families engaged from morning until night. New Year's Day rounds out the holiday season with college football bowl games that let families start the year with friendly competition.</p>



<p>Modern technology has made it easier than ever for families to keep their betting pools going, even when everyone can't be in the same room. Popular sports betting apps allow families to create private groups where they can set up pools, track everyone's picks, and watch the results unfold in real-time.</p>



<p>Cousins who moved across the country can still join in the family's Thanksgiving pool, and grandparents can participate in <strong>Christmas Day basketball predictions</strong> from their winter home in Florida. Some families even use video calls to announce their picks together, making distance feel a little less distant.</p>



<p>These new digital tools have also made it simpler to keep betting pools organized and fair. Instead of arguing over who actually picked which team or trying to remember everyone's predictions, apps keep perfect records of all bets and automatically calculate winners.</p>



<p>Many families use this technology to create season-long competitions, where holiday games count for extra points in their ongoing family standings. The person with the most points at the end of the year might win a special trophy or the honor of hosting next year's holiday gathering.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Why Betting Pools are Becoming a Holiday Staple?</h2>



<p>Holiday betting pools have caught on because they give everyone a way to join in the fun, whether they know everything about sports or just show up for the snacks. Grandma might not know the quarterback's stats, but she can still win the family pool by picking teams based on her favorite uniform colors.</p>



<p>Kids too young for real betting can participate with monopoly money or points, learning about sports while joining in the family excitement. These pools create a level playing field where sports knowledge isn't the only path to victory.</p>



<p>The friendly competition of holiday betting pools does something special – it gives family members new ways to connect and share experiences. Instead of everyone staring at their phones during holiday gatherings, they're comparing picks, <strong>playfully trash-talking</strong>, and celebrating or groaning together as games unfold. Some families have started traditions like having the previous year's winner create special categories for the next holiday's pool, or letting the kids invent silly prop bets like <em>"how many times will dad check his phone during the game?"</em></p>



<p>Even the most boring game becomes thrilling when family members have predictions riding on it. A fourth-quarter field goal in a blowout game suddenly becomes the most exciting moment of the day when it determines whether Aunt Sarah or Uncle Mike wins the family pool.</p>



<p>These shared moments of suspense create memories that families talk about for years to come. Stories like <em>"Remember when Junior won the Thanksgiving pool because he was the only one who picked the Lions?"</em> become part of family lore, retold every holiday season.</p>



<p>The beauty of these pools is that they add excitement without overshadowing what really matters – spending time together as a family. While everyone wants to win, the real victory is in the laughs shared, the traditions created, and the bonds strengthened.</p>



<p>Whether it's teaching younger generations about sports, giving far-flung family members a reason to stay connected throughout the holiday, or simply making that post-turkey football game a little more interesting, betting pools are adding a new dimension to family holiday traditions.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Challenges and Controversies</h2>



<p>Not every family jumps at the idea of adding betting pools to their holiday traditions. Some parents worry that even friendly wagers might send the wrong message to kids about gambling, while grandparents might remember the days when betting was strictly taboo.</p>



<p>These concerns often come from a good place – wanting to protect family members and keep holiday gatherings focused on togetherness rather than winning and losing. Some families also worry that betting pools, even small ones, might be a problem for relatives who have struggled with gambling in the past.</p>



<p>The good news is that many families have found ways to enjoy betting pools while keeping things safe and comfortable for everyone. The key is setting clear ground rules from the start. Successful family pools often stick to small stakes – maybe $1 per game or using point systems instead of money.</p>



<p>Some families create <em>"fun currencies"</em> like holiday tokens or special family monopoly money, keeping the excitement of competition while avoiding real gambling. They also make sure everyone knows it's perfectly fine to watch and cheer without placing bets, ensuring no one feels pressured to participate. </p>



<p>When families focus on making memories rather than making money, holiday betting pools can be a positive addition to their traditions.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Tips for Starting a Holiday Betting Pool</h2>



<p>Want to start a holiday betting pool with your family? Here's how to create a fun and stress-free experience that everyone can enjoy.</p>



<p>Start with Something Simple Pick contests that don't require deep sports knowledge to participate. A straightforward <em>"pick the winner"</em> format for Thanksgiving football games lets everyone join in, even if they don't know a touchdown from a field goal. Create fun categories like "Which team's mascot would win in a dance contest?" or "Who will score first?" to keep things light and entertaining.</p>



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<li><strong>Set Family-Friendly Rules Keep stakes low</strong> -- maybe $5 for the whole day of games, or use a point system instead of money. Create clear age guidelines, like having kids under 18 use a points-only system while adults can opt for small-dollar bets. Write down all the rules and share them before the holiday so everyone knows what to expect. Remember to include a "no pressure" rule – anyone can watch and cheer without betting.</li>



<li><strong>Make Technology Your Friend</strong> -- Take advantage of free apps and websites that handle all the tricky parts of running a pool. Apps like <a href="https://www.cbssports.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">CBS Sports</a>, <a href="https://sports.yahoo.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Yahoo Sports</a>, or ESPN offer easy-to-use pool features where family members can make picks right from their phones. For a more personal touch, create a family group chat where everyone can share their picks and react to the games together.</li>



<li><strong>Add Special Family Twists Create categories unique to your family</strong> -- maybe "Dad's Bold Prediction" or "Grandma's Gut Feeling" that earn bonus points. Consider making a special trophy or crown that gets passed around each holiday to the winner. Take plenty of pictures of the winner each year to create a fun family betting hall of fame.</li>



<li><strong>Plan for Remote Relatives</strong> -- Include family members who can't be there in person by setting up video calls during key moments or creating a shared online space where everyone can post reactions. Make sure to pick apps or websites that work well for less tech-savvy relatives so nobody feels left out.</li>



<li><strong>Keep Score in Style</strong> -- Create a fun way to track everyone's progress throughout the day. Maybe use a big poster board with everyone's names and picks, or create a digital scoreboard that you can share on the TV screen. Consider giving out small prizes for different categories like "Best Comeback" or "Most Creative Pick" to keep everyone engaged even if they're not winning overall.</li>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Predictions for the Future of Holiday Sports Betting Traditions</h2>



<p>The future of family holiday betting pools looks as high-tech as a new smartphone and as comfortable as your favorite holiday sweater. As artificial intelligence and apps get smarter, family pools might soon include features like automatic odds adjustments based on who's playing, or personalized prop bets created just for your family's interests.</p>



<p>Imagine an app that knows Uncle Steve always picks the underdog, or that Cousin Maria has a perfect record when it comes to predicting overtime games. These smart systems could make pools even more entertaining by creating custom categories that match each family's <strong>unique betting style</strong>.</p>



<p>Holiday betting pools are already breaking free from just sports predictions. Families are creating pools around everything from guessing which Thanksgiving dish will run out first to betting on how many times grandpa will tell his favorite holiday story.</p>



<p>Some families are running Oscar prediction pools during holiday gatherings, while others are making friendly wagers on holiday baking competitions or seasonal reality TV shows. This trend suggests that the future of <strong>holiday betting pools</strong> isn't just about touchdowns and three-pointers – it's about finding new ways to make any family activity more engaging.</p>



<p>Looking ahead, putting together the family betting pool might become as natural as hanging stockings or lighting the menorah. As younger generations who grew up with fantasy sports and betting apps become parents and grandparents themselves, these tech-savvy traditions will likely become even more ingrained in holiday celebrations.</p>



<p>But unlike many modern traditions that keep people glued to their phones, these betting pools seem to be doing something special – they're using technology to bring families closer together, creating shared experiences that bridge generational gaps and keep far-flung relatives connected during the holidays.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Conclusion to Holiday Betting Pools</h2>



<p>Holiday traditions are like family recipes – they get better when you add your own special ingredients to the mix. Sports betting pools are becoming that extra dash of spice in many family gatherings, creating exciting new ways to enjoy time-honored traditions. <strong>From Thanksgiving football to Christmas Basketball to New Year's Day bowl games</strong>, these friendly competitions are writing a new chapter in the story of how families celebrate together.</p>



<p>The key to success isn't about how much money is won or lost – it's about creating moments that bring smiles to faces and give everyone something to look forward to each holiday season. Whether your family sticks to simple pick'em contests or creates elaborate prediction games, the real victory comes from the shared excitement, the playful trash talk, and the stories you'll tell for years to come.</p>



<p>The best holiday betting pools are like the best family traditions: they welcome everyone, create lasting memories, and give people reasons to stay connected, even when they're miles apart.</p>



<p><strong>Do you participate in holiday betting pools?</strong> Whether you're a seasoned pool organizer or thinking about starting your first family competition, there's always room for new ideas and traditions. Share your experiences with other families – maybe your creative betting categories or fun twist on classic games will inspire others to start their own holiday traditions. After all, the best part about family traditions is that they're always growing and changing, just like families themselves.</p>

How Holiday Betting Pools Are Changing Family Sports Traditions

<p>Looking to win big? The Warriors and Pioneers face off at 11:00 ET on ESPN+. The Pioneers are hosting the game at William H. Pitt Center in Fairfield, CT. Merrimack College come into this Metro Atlantic Athletic conference matchup as the -1.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 140.5 points.</p><h3>MERRIMACK COLLEGE WARRIORS VS SACRED HEART PIONEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sacred Heart Pioneers +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at William H. Pitt Center at 11:00 ET on Friday, January 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SACRED HEART PIONEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 85-63 in favor of the Pioneers.</li><li>Not only will Sacred Heart pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Merrimack College Lock in a Road Win?</h3><h3>Merrimack College Warriors Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Merrimack improved to 6-8 on the season with a 67-54 win over Fairfield on Friday, January 3rd. The Warriors were -7.5 point favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points of 121 fell short of the 139.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Merrimack took control early, leading 38-24 at halftime. They scored 29 points in the 2nd half while allowing 30, maintaining their lead to secure the win.</p><p>Merrimack's offense put up 67 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.7%, thanks in large part to their 60% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 9 of 15 attempts.</p> <p>Devon Savage was a standout, going 7 for 8 from three-point range and overall, finishing with 21 points and 5 rebounds. Adam Clark added 18 points, though he shot just 36.8% from the field, contributing 5 assists as well.</p><p>Even though Merrimack gave up 54 points, they allowed the other team to shoot 50% from the field, with 26 made baskets on 52 attempts. Defensively, they conceded 17 two-point field goals on 37 attempts, which is 45% shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Merrimack's defense allowed 9 threes on 15 attempts, a 60% shooting rate. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 10 times, where they made 6, also shooting 60%. Merrimack gave up 4 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Sacred Heart Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Sacred Heart improved to 5-8 on the season with a 99-82 home win over Canisius on Sunday. The Pioneers entered the game as -10.5 favorites and covered the spread.</p> <p>Leading 48-43 at halftime, Sacred Heart outscored Canisius 51-39 in the second half. The game’s total points of 181 exceeded the over/under line of 145.5.</p><p>Sacred Heart's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 99 points with a field goal percentage of 53.6% and an effective field goal percentage of 60.9%. They dominated inside, hitting 65.9% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 35.7% from beyond the arc. The Pioneers also grabbed 19 offensive rebounds and dished out 28 assists.</p> <p>Tanner Thomas led the way with 24 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 71.4% from the field. Paul McMillan IV added 21 points, and Griffin Barrouk contributed 19 points, hitting 5 of 10 from three-point range. Anquan Hill also recorded a double-double with 13 points and 11 rebounds.</p><p>Sacred Heart's defense struggled, giving up 82 points on 53% shooting. They allowed 37 field goals on 69 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, they gave up 27 two-pointers on 41 attempts (65%). From three, the opposing team hit 10 of 28 (35%).</p>

Merrimack College Warriors vs Sacred Heart Pioneers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/10/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bison versus the Bulldogs? Tip off is at at 6:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on FS1. The game will be played at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 142 points, with Butler being favored by -14.5 over North Dakota State.</p><h3>NORTH DAKOTA STATE BISON VS BUTLER BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Dakota State Bison +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hinkle Fieldhouse at 6:30 ET on Tuesday, December 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH DAKOTA STATE BISON:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Even though we have Butler winning straight-up, we like North Dakota State at +14.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Bison Win on the Road?</h3><p>North Dakota State moved above .500 for the season with an 82-70 home win over Northern Colorado on Saturday, December 7th. The Bison, who were favored by 1.5 points, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Leading 37-34 at halftime, NDSU pulled away by scoring 45 points in the 2nd half while allowing 36. The total points for the game ended at 152, just over the pre-game O/U line of 151.5.</p><p>North Dakota State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 82 points with a field goal percentage of 53.7% and an effective field goal percentage of 63%. They shot 62.5% from inside the arc and hit 40.9% of their three-point attempts, going 9-for-22 from deep. At the free-throw line, they connected on 15 of 19 attempts, good for 78.9%.</p> <p>Isaiah Hawthorne led the way with 19 points and 10 rebounds, despite shooting just 1-for-8 from three-point range. Jacksen Moni added 18 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the field. Masen Miller was a standout from beyond the arc, hitting 3 of 4 three-point attempts and finishing with 11 points.</p><p>North Dakota State struggled defensively, giving up 70 points on 53% shooting from the field. The Bison allowed their opponent to hit 62% of their two-point attempts, going 20/32 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, North Dakota State's defense allowed 9 threes on 22 attempts, a 40% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 19 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 78%.</p><h3>Can Butler Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Butler Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Butler’s season record dropped to 7-2 following a 79-51 road loss to Houston on Saturday. The Bulldogs entered the game as +17.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 130, just under the O/U line of 134.</p> 

<p>After trailing 28-18 at halftime, Butler allowed 51 points in the 2nd half while scoring 33 of their own. The Bulldogs will look to regroup after this tough loss.</p><p>Butler struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 51 points while shooting 28.3% from the field. Their two-point shooting was particularly poor, hitting only 22.2% (4/18), while they connected on 32.1% of their three-point attempts (9/28).</p> <p>They did manage to hit 72.7% of their free throws (16/22) and grabbed 7 offensive rebounds. The Bulldogs finished with 10 assists, with L.J. Cryer leading the way, scoring 20 points and dishing out 3 assists.</p><p>Butler's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 79 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 53% from the field. The Bulldogs couldn't contain the two-point attack, as their opponents went 23/42 for 54%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Butler allowed 9 threes on 18 attempts, a 50% shooting performance. They also sent their opponents to the line 6 times, where they converted all their free throws. Butler gave up 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

North Dakota State Bison vs Butler Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/10/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Stags versus the Red Foxes? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at McCann Center in Poughkeepsie, NY. The odds for this Metro Atlantic Athletic conference game currently have Marist as the -6.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 135.5 points.</p><h3>FAIRFIELD STAGS VS MARIST RED FOXES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Marist Red Foxes -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at McCann Center at 2:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MARIST RED FOXES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Red Foxes.</li><li>Not only will Marist pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 135.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Poughkeepsie Possible for the Stags?</h3><p>Fairfield improved to 5-9 on the season with a 68-64 win over Iona on Friday. The Stags, who were +1.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the win but also covered the spread.</p> <p>Fairfield led 34-30 at halftime and matched Iona’s 34 points in the second half. The game’s total points of 132 fell short of the 144.5 O/U line.</p><p>Fairfield's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 47.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.2%. They hit 58.6% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 31.6% from beyond the arc, making 6 threes in 19 attempts. At the free-throw line, they were efficient, hitting 84.2% of their shots, going 16 for 19.</p> <p>Deon Perry led the way with 22 points in just 20 minutes, shooting 70% from the field and hitting both of his three-point attempts. Adam Njie Jr. added 18 points, and James Patterson contributed 14 points and 9 rebounds. Michael Rogan chipped in 11 points, hitting 3 of 5 from deep.</p><p>Fairfield gave up 64 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 47% from the field. They struggled to contain two-point shots, with the other team hitting 58% (17/29) of their attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Fairfield's defense held their opponent to 31% shooting, as they made 6 of 19 three-pointers. The Stags also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 16 attempts, an 84% success rate. Fairfield limited second-chance opportunities, giving up just 4 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Red Foxes Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>Marist improved to 11-2 on the season with a 69-62 win over Quinnipiac on Sunday. The Red Foxes, who were -1 favorites going into the game, covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Marist led 30-19 at halftime but allowed 43 points in the second half while scoring 39 of their own. The total points for the game were 131, falling under the O/U line of 137.5.</p><p>Marist put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 43.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 48.3%. They connected on 50% of their two-point attempts (19/38) and hit 30% from beyond the arc (6/20). At the free-throw line, they shot 68.4% (13/19) and grabbed 7 offensive rebounds, finishing with 14 assists as a team.</p> <p>Josh Pascarelli led the way with 20 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 64.3% overall and 50% from three (2/4). Elijah Lewis added 19 points and 4 assists, also hitting 2/4 from deep. Khaden Bennett contributed 14 points, knocking down 4 of 6 threes for a 66.7% shooting percentage from long range.</p><p>Marist's defense held their opponent to 62 points, with a field goal percentage of 43% on 25 of 58 shooting. Inside the arc, they allowed 19 of 38 shots to fall, a 50% conversion rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Marist gave up 6 of 20 attempts, with their opponent shooting 30%. They also sent them to the line 19 times, where they made 13 free throws, a 68% success rate. Marist allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

Fairfield Stags vs Marist Red Foxes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/12/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Bearkats and Panthers face off at 1:00 ET on ACC. The Panthers are hosting the game at Petersen Events Center in Pittsburgh, PA. The over/under for this game is set at 152.5 points, and Pittsburgh is favored by -16.5 against Sam Houston in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>SAM HOUSTON BEARKATS VS PITTSBURGH PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sam Houston Bearkats +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Petersen Events Center at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAM HOUSTON BEARKATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Even though we have Pittsburgh winning straight-up, we like Sam Houston at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Bearkats Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Sam Houston improved to 4-5 on the season with an 87-71 win over Texas Southern on Saturday. The Bearkats were -11 favorites at home and covered the spread, while the game’s total of 158 points went over the 147.5-point line.</p> <p>After trailing 36-32 at halftime, Sam Houston turned things around in the second half, outscoring the Tigers 55-35 to secure the win.</p><p>Sam Houston's offense put up 87 points in their last game, shooting 47.5% from the field and 45.2% from three-point range, hitting 14 of 31 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 59%, and they grabbed 19 offensive rebounds, with 17 assists as a team.</p> <p>Lamar Wilkerson led the way with 26 points, hitting 8 of 13 threes, while Cameron Huefner added 22 points. Kavion McClain contributed 19 points and 5 assists, and Kolby Granger was efficient, shooting 66.7% overall and 60% from deep.</p><p>Despite the Bearkats' defensive efforts, they allowed 71 points in their latest game, with their opponents shooting 47% from the field. Sam Houston gave up 29 field goals on 61 attempts, including 15 two-pointers at a 50% clip.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Bearkats allowed 14 threes on 31 attempts, with their opponents shooting 45% from three-point range. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 62%. Additionally, Sam Houston gave up 19 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Pittsburgh Lock in a Home Win?</h3><h3>Pittsburgh Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

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

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

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

<p>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>The Huskies and Wolverines are set to face off at 2:00 ET on BTN. The Wolverines will host the game at Crisler Center in Ann Arbor, MI. The over/under for this game is set at 154 points, and Michigan is favored by -14.5 vs. Washington in a Big Ten conference matchup.</p><h3>WASHINGTON HUSKIES VS MICHIGAN WOLVERINES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Huskies +14.5</p><p>This game will be played at Crisler Center at 2:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON HUSKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Wolverines.</li><li>Even though we have Michigan winning straight-up, we like Washington at +14.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Huskies Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><h3>Washington Huskies Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Washington dropped to 9-6 on the season after a lopsided 88-54 loss to Michigan State on Thursday. The Huskies were +14 point underdogs heading into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 142, just under the O/U line of 144.5.</p> <p>Washington struggled early, falling behind 42-13 by halftime. While they managed to score 41 points in the 2nd half, they also allowed 46, preventing any chance of a comeback.</p><p>In their last game, the Huskies managed just 54 points, shooting 32.7% from the field and 18.8% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 36.4%, and they hit 65.2% of their free throws.</p> <p>Jaden Akins led the way with 20 points, shooting 61.5% overall and 33.3% from deep. Jeremy Fears Jr. contributed 12 points and 10 assists, while Tre Holloman added 11 points, hitting 66.7% of his threes.</p><p>Washington's defense struggled, giving up 88 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 52% from the field. Inside the arc, they conceded 62% shooting, with 25 two-point baskets made.</p> <p>From three-point range, Washington's opponent hit 7 of 21 attempts, good for 33%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 17 for 94%. Washington allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Wolverines Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>Michigan improved to 12-3 on the season with a 94-75 road win over UCLA on Tuesday. The Wolverines entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs but not only pulled off the upset, they covered the spread as well.</p> <p>Michigan led 47-37 at halftime and matched that output in the 2nd half, while holding UCLA to 38 points. The total points for the game ended at 169, well over the 142.5 O/U line.</p><p>Michigan's offense was firing on all cylinders, putting up 94 points with a field goal percentage of 61.5% and an effective field goal percentage of 76.9%. They shot 70.8% from two-point range and 53.6% from beyond the arc, hitting 15 threes in the game.</p> <p>Vladislav Goldin led the way with 36 points, shooting 72.2% from the field. Tre Donaldson added 20 points, hitting 6 of 10 threes, and dished out 7 assists. The Wolverines finished with 24 assists as a team.</p><p>Michigan's defense gave up 75 points, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field, making 25 of their 60 attempts. Inside the arc, they were efficient, hitting 57% of their two-point shots, going 23/40.</p> <p>From three-point range, Michigan held them to just 10%, as they made only 2 of their 20 attempts. At the free-throw line, the opposing team shot 67%, converting 23 of 34 chances. Michigan also allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

Washington Huskies vs Michigan Wolverines NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/12/25

<p>The Ducks and Nittany Lions are set to face off at 4:00 ET on BTN. The Nittany Lions will host the game at Bryce Jordan Center in University Park, PA. In this Big Ten matchup, Oregon is favored bt -2.5 vs. Penn State. The over/under for the game is 154.5 points.</p><h3>OREGON DUCKS VS PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Penn State Nittany Lions +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bryce Jordan Center at 4:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Nittany Lions.</li><li>Not only will Penn State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Ducks Chances on the Road</h3><p>Oregon improved to 14-2 on the season with a 73-71 road win over Ohio State on Thursday. The Ducks entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>After trailing 32-27 at halftime, Oregon turned things around in the second half, scoring 46 points while allowing 39. The game’s total points of 144 fell short of the 149.5 O/U line.</p><p>Jackson Shelstad's 24 points on 72.7% shooting, including 4-of-6 from three, helped lead the Ducks to 73 points in their last game. Nate Bittle added 21 points, hitting 4-of-8 from deep, while Bruce Thornton contributed 20 points, shooting 50% overall.</p> <p>Oregon shot 42.1% from the field and 36% from three, with an effective field goal percentage of 49.1%. They connected on 16-of-22 free throws (72.7%) and grabbed 10 offensive rebounds, finishing with just 9 assists as a team.</p><p>Oregon's defense gave up 71 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field, hitting 24 of their 57 attempts. Inside the arc, the Ducks allowed 17 two-point field goals on 39 attempts, a 43% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Oregon's opponents connected on 7 of 18 shots, shooting 38%. The Ducks also sent them to the free-throw line 19 times, where they made 16, an 84% success rate. Oregon allowed 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Do the Nittany Lions Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>Penn State’s season record dropped to 12-4 after a tough 91-52 road loss to Illinois on Wednesday, January 8th. The Nittany Lions, who entered the game as +7.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Penn State trailed 45-21 at halftime and allowed 46 points in the 2nd half while scoring 31. The game’s total points of 143 fell short of the O/U line of 163.5.</p><p>In their latest game, Penn State's offense struggled, managing just 52 points on 30.8% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 32.3%, and they hit only 2 of 12 three-point attempts, shooting 16.7% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Nittany Lions recorded just 6 offensive rebounds and 6 assists. At the free-throw line, they connected on 10 of 14 attempts, shooting 71.4%.</p><p>Despite Penn State allowing 91 points, their defense did manage to hold the opposing team to 32% from beyond the arc, with the other team hitting 10 of 31 three-point attempts. However, the Nittany Lions struggled to contain two-point shots, as the other team connected on 52% of their attempts, going 24 for 46 from inside the arc.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, the opposing team made 13 of 16 attempts, shooting 81%. Penn State also gave up 19 offensive rebounds, which contributed to their defensive struggles in this game.</p>

Oregon Ducks vs Penn State Nittany Lions NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/12/25

<p>Today at 3:30 ET, the Kings (-167) will travel to the United Center to take on the Bulls (+139) in a non-conference matchup. The Kings are currently favored by 4 points and have won 6 straight games. The Bulls are 10th in the Eastern Conference and 5th in the Central Division, while the Kings are 9th in the Western Conference and 3rd in the Pacific Division.</p>

<p>This game will be televised on NBCS and has an over/under of 238 points.</p><h3>SACRAMENTO KINGS VS CHICAGO BULLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Bulls +4</p><p>This game will be played at United Center at 3:30 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BULLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 139-137 in favor of the Kings.</li><li>Our projections have De'Aaron Fox finishing with 26 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Kings finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.8% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Does Sacramento Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>The Kings moved to 19-19 on the season after a 114-97 road win over the Celtics on Friday. Sacramento entered the game as +12 point underdogs and covered the spread with a +17 point win. The total score of 211 points fell short of the 226.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After the Celtics went on a 10-0 run early, Sacramento responded by tying the game at 76 heading into the 4th quarter. The Kings then dominated the final period, outscoring Boston 38-21 to secure the win.</p><p>In their win over the Celtics, the Kings hit 18 threes, shooting 38.3% from deep, while finishing with an overall FG% of 43.1%. DeMar DeRozan led the way with 24 points, despite shooting 34.6% from the field, and added 9 assists.</p> <p>Domantas Sabonis contributed 23 points and 28 rebounds, hitting 75% of his threes. DeRozan scored 12 points in the 4th quarter, while Keegan Murray added 9 of his 19 points in the final period.</p><p>The Kings put on a defensive clinic against the Celtics, holding them to just 97 points on 40% shooting. Sacramento was especially strong in the 3rd and 4th quarters, allowing only 21 points in each. They also did a great job defending the three-point line, where Boston shot just 26% and made only 11 threes.</p> <p>On the boards, the Kings gave up 8 offensive rebounds while collecting 40 defensive boards. They also finished with 11 steals and 8 blocks, helping to limit the Celtics’ scoring opportunities.</p><h3>Will the Bulls Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>On Friday, the Bulls improved to 18-20 with a commanding 138-105 win over the Wizards at home. Chicago, favored by 11 points, covered the spread with ease, winning by 33 points. The total points for the game landed exactly on the pre-game line of 243.</p> <p>Chicago jumped out to a 36-26 lead after the 1st quarter, and while the 2nd quarter was even at 32 points each, the Bulls took control in the 3rd, outscoring the Wizards 41-24. They entered the 4th quarter with a 109-82 lead and finished strong, winning the final period 29-23.</p><p>The Bulls put up 138 points in their win over the Wizards, shooting 55.8% from the field and hitting 23 threes at a 46.9% clip. Zach LaVine led the way with 33 points, while Nikola Vucevic added 23 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 75% from the floor and hitting 4 threes.</p> <p>Jalen Smith also contributed 15 points, shooting 83.3% and making 3 of his 4 three-point attempts. LaVine scored 13 points in the 1st quarter, while Vucevic added 13 in the 3rd. Coby White also scored 10 of his 15 points in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Bulls held the Wizards to 105 points on Friday, allowing 26 in the 1st quarter and 32 in the 2nd. They tightened up in the 3rd, giving up 24 points, and finished strong in the 4th, allowing just 23 points.</p> <p>Chicago limited Washington to 39% shooting overall, though the Wizards hit 18 threes at a 39% clip. The Bulls sent Washington to the line 13 times, where they made 9 free throws. Chicago also recorded 11 steals and 7 blocks.</p>

<p>Another Battle of Alberta is set for Sunday, May 22, when Edmonton hosts Calgary for Game 3 of the 2022 Stanley Cup Western Conference Semifinals at Rogers Place, so here’s the best Flames vs. Oilers betting pick.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The series is tied at 1-1 after a couple of games at Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary. The Flames open as -120 moneyline favorites for Game 3, while the Oilers are +100 home underdogs with a total of 6.5 goals at <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/mybookie/">MyBookie Sportsbook</a>.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>The Flames blew a two-goal lead in Game 2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p>After smashing the Oilers 9-6 in Game 1, the Calgary Flames blew a big chance to grab another victory on the home ice this past Friday. They had a 3-1 lead early in the second period, but the Flames couldn’t hold on, allowing the Oilers to score four unanswered goals.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The Flames took 40 shots toward Edmonton’s goalie. They won 21 faceoffs more than the Oilers (42-21), but it wasn’t enough. The Flames’ defense had another bad day in the office, including Jacob Markstrom, who was excellent in the first-round series against Dallas.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Markstrom yielded six goals on just 28 shots in Game 1 against the Oilers. Last Friday, the 32-year-old goaltender surrendered five goals on 40 shots. Markstrom is now 5-4 with a 2.41 GAA and .915 save percentage this postseason.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>The Oilers bounced back in style, five guys found the back of the net&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p>The Edmonton Oilers got off to a slow start in each of the previous two contests. They rallied from a 6-2 deficit in Game 1 but fell apart in the crunch time. Last Friday, they put on a much better performance and fully deserved to tie the series at 1-1.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Five different players found the back of the net in Game 2, including Leon Draisaitl and Duncan Keith, who recorded two assists apiece. Connor had one goal and one assist, while Mike Smith turned aside 37 shots.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Smith was pulled after just six minutes of action in Game 1. He surrendered three goals on just ten shots, while Mikko Koskinen yielded five goals on 37 shots in relief. Smith, who’s 5-3 with a 2.72 GAA and .929 save percentage this postseason, should get another starting call Sunday in Game 3.&nbsp;</p>



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



<p><strong>Calgary:&nbsp;</strong></p>



<ul><li>12-7 in the last 19 games on the road&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>



<p><strong>Edmonton:</strong></p>



<ul><li>6-11 in the last 17 outings as underdogs&nbsp;</li></ul>



<p><strong>Calgary Flames vs. Edmonton Oilers Pick&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p>The Flames got off to a flying start in each of the first two games of this series, but they slowed down quickly on both occasions. On paper, they are a much better defensive team than the Oilers, but the Flames have to prove it on the ice.&nbsp;</p>



<p>I’m expecting a much better performance from Jacob Markstrom this time around. He’s been outstanding all season, and the Flames desperately need their first-choice goalie at his best. Frankly, this game could easily go either way, as Edmonton owns plenty of attacking weapons, but I’m looking for the Flames’ D to make the difference down the stretch.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Take Calgary Flames at -120&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



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



<p>Five of the last six encounters between the Flames and Oilers have gone over the total, producing seven or more goals in the total. After a couple of proper high-scoring affairs at Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, I can only ride this betting trend.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The Oilers love to play at a fast tempo. Their defense is not an elite one, but the Oilers can score against any team in the league. On the other side, the Flames have scored a whopping 21 goals over their previous three meetings with the Oilers.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Go over 6.5 goals at -130&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>

Calgary Flames vs. Edmonton Oilers Odds, Pick, Prediction 5/22/22

<p>The Skyhawks and Cougars are set to face off at 2:00 ET on NEC. The Cougars will host the game at Jones Convocation Center in Chicago, IL. Stonehill come into this Northeast conference matchup as the -2.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 133.5 points.</p><h3>STONEHILL SKYHAWKS VS CHICAGO STATE COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago State Cougars +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Jones Convocation Center at 2:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO STATE COUGARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 89-61 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Not only will Chicago State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 133.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 150 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Skyhawks Defense Show Up in Chicago?</h3><h3>Stonehill Skyhawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Stonehill's season record dropped to 7-9 after a 70-60 home loss to LIU on Friday, January 10th. The Skyhawks, who were -2.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 130 fell just short of the 131.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Stonehill led 33-27 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 27 points while allowing 43.</p><p>In their latest game, the Stonehill Skyhawks managed just 60 points, shooting 41.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.2%, with a strong performance inside the arc, hitting 59.3% of their two-point attempts (16/27). However, they struggled from deep, connecting on only 23.1% of their three-point shots (6/26).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Stonehill was solid, making 10 of 12 attempts for 83.3%. Malachi Davis led the team with 27 points, shooting 66.7% overall (12/18), though he hit just 1 of 4 from three-point range. Louie Semona added 17 points, hitting 2 of 5 from beyond the arc, while Chas Stinson contributed 14 points and 4 assists.</p><p>Stonehill's defense gave up 70 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field on 22 of 53 attempts. They were effective from two-point range, hitting 16 of 27 shots for 59%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition struggled, making just 6 of 26 threes for 23%. They also went to the line 12 times, converting 10 free throws for 83%. Stonehill allowed 6 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Does Chicago State Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>Chicago State’s season continued its rough trajectory with a 53-39 loss to LIU on Sunday, dropping their record to 1-16. The Cougars, who were +7.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 92 fell well short of the O/U line of 138.5.</p> <p>Despite leading 25-22 at halftime, Chicago State managed just 14 points in the second half while allowing 31 points to LIU, leading to another disappointing result for the Cougars.</p><p>Chicago State managed just 39 points in their last game, shooting 29.2% from the field and 15% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 33.3%, and they hit 80% of their free throws, going 8 for 10.</p> <p>Jamal Fuller led the Cougars with 16 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 62.5% from the floor. Malachi Davis added 12 points, despite hitting just 35.3% of his shots and missing all 3 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Chicago State's defense was solid, holding their opponent to just 53 points on 38% shooting from the field. They allowed 16 two-point field goals on 34 attempts, a 47% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Chicago State's defense was strong, limiting their opponent to 3 made threes on 16 attempts, an 18% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 17 times, where they made 12 free throws, shooting 70%. Chicago State gave up 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles vs Little Rock Trojans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/12/25

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Michigan State Spartans vs Northwestern Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/12/25

Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Purdue Boilermakers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/12/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Wolfpack and Demon Deacons. The game is starting at 12:00 ET on CW, and it's hosted by the Demon Deacons at Lawrence Joel Coliseum in Winston-Salem, NC. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 137.5 points, and Wake Forest is favored by -5.5 vs. North Carolina State in a Atlantic Coast conference matchup.</p><h3>NORTH CAROLINA STATE WOLFPACK VS WAKE FOREST DEMON DEACONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Wake Forest Demon Deacons -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lawrence Joel Coliseum at 12:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WAKE FOREST DEMON DEACONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Demon Deacons.</li><li>Not only will Wake Forest pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Wolfpack Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>NC State’s season record dropped to 8-5 after a 70-67 road loss to Virginia on Tuesday. The Wolfpack entered the game as +1 underdogs and didn’t cover the spread. The combined points of 137 went over the pre-game O/U line of 122.5.</p> <p>NC State led 39-29 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 28 points while allowing 41 to Virginia.</p><p>In their latest game, NC State put up 67 points, shooting 44.4% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 51.9%. They connected on 8 of 23 three-point attempts, shooting 34.8% from beyond the arc, and hit 73.3% of their free throws, going 11 for 15 at the line. The Wolfpack also grabbed 13 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists.</p> <p>Elijah Saunders led the way with 22 points, shooting 7 of 9 from the field. Isaac McKneely and Jayden Taylor each added 14 points, with McKneely hitting 4 threes, and Andrew Rohde contributed 11 points and 7 assists, making 2 of 3 from downtown.</p><p>North Carolina State's defense struggled in their previous game, giving up 70 points on 54% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to shoot 60% from two-point range, with 17 made baskets on 28 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, NC State's defense allowed 9 threes on 20 attempts, a 45% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 12 times, where they made 9 shots (75%). Despite the defensive struggles, NC State limited their opponent to just 3 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored Wake Forest?</h3><h3>Wake Forest Demon Deacons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Wake Forest improved to 10-4 on the season with an 81-71 road win over Syracuse on Tuesday, December 31st. The Demon Deacons entered the game as -1.5 favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 152, surpassing the over/under line of 143.5.</p> 

<p>Wake Forest led 36-34 at halftime and pulled away in the 2nd half, outscoring Syracuse 45-37.</p><p>Wake Forest put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 43.3% from the field. They connected on 47.4% of their threes, hitting 9 of 19 attempts, and shot 76.9% from the free-throw line, making 20 of 26.</p> <p>Hunter Sallis led the way with 23 points, though he shot just 38.9% overall. Lucas Taylor and Jaquan Carlos each added 16 points, with Taylor hitting 3 of 7 from deep. Cameron Hildreth was perfect from three, going 2 for 2, and Kyle Cuffe Jr. struggled, shooting 2 for 14 overall and 1 for 8 from three.</p><p>Wake Forest's defense held their opponent to 71 points, limiting them to 37% shooting from the field. They allowed 16 two-point field goals on 34 attempts, a 47% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Wake Forest's defense was effective, as they gave up just 5 three-pointers on 22 attempts, a 22% shooting percentage. The opponent also went 24/32 from the free-throw line, shooting 75%. Wake Forest allowed 15 offensive rebounds.</p>

North Carolina State Wolfpack vs Wake Forest Demon Deacons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Dukes versus the Pirates? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on FloH. The game will be played at Convocation Center (VA) in Hampton, VA. The Dukes come into this non-conference matchup as the betting favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 163 points.</p><h3>JAMES MADISON DUKES VS HAMPTON PIRATES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Hampton Pirates +15.5</p><p>This game will be played at Convocation Center (VA) at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HAMPTON PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-69 in favor of the Pirates.</li><li>Not only will Hampton pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +15.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 163 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Dukes Win on the Road?</h3><p>James Madison is about to play their 10th game of the season and currently have a perfect 9-0 record. In their previous ten road games, James Madison has a record of 8-2, which includes games from last year. As we assess James Madison's performance against the spread, they currently hold a 6-2 ATS record heading into today's game. To break it down further, the Dukes are 5-0 ATS on the road while going 1-2 vs. the spread at home.</p><p>In nine games, James Madison comes in with an over/under mark of 6-1-1, with their games averaging 166.9 points per game. The Dukes have an over/under record of 1-1 in their last three games, with their games averaging 162 points per game.</p><p>James Madison's offense had a good outing, putting up 84 points against Old Dominion. They achieved a 54% field goal percentage and went 7/11 from the free-throw line. Terrence Edwards is leading the team in scoring at 17.9 points per contest. T.J Bickerstaff has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 16.6 going into the game.</p><p>At present, the Dukes' defense is nationally ranked 204th, allowing 76.0 points per game. Against Old Dominion in their most recent game, the James Madison defense gave up a total of 69 points while allowing Old Dominion to hit 36% of their shots.</p><h3>Can Hampton Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Hampton, who currently has a record of 4-5, will be playing their 10th game of the season. In their last three home games, including last year, Hampton has a home record of 2-1. At the moment, Hampton sits at 2-3 ATS, putting them below the .500 mark. Over their last five games, the team is 1-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>Up to this point, games involving Hampton have had an average of 162 points per game, with the average over/under line set at 152 points. Their over/under record is 3-2-0. Over the course of the last five games, the Pirates' games have averaged 159 points per game, along with an over/under record of 1-1.</p><p>In their latest game, Hampton offense put up 76 points against UMBC. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 46% and made 2 threes. Leading the team in scoring was Kyrese Mullen with 18 points. Tedrick Wilcox Jr. also added 17 points for the Pirates.</p><p>At present, the Pirates' defense is nationally ranked 184th, allowing 74.2 points per game. Hampton's three-point defense is currently 46th in the country at 5.4 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 34.7% of their shots vs. Hampton.</p>

James Madison Dukes vs Hampton Pirates Betting Pick & Prediction 12/16/23

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Orlando Magic (-127) will host the Philadelphia 76ers (+106) in an Eastern Conference matchup. The Magic are currently favored by 1.5 points and have won four straight games. The 76ers are 2-9 on the season and have lost two in a row.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Kia Center in Orlando and can be seen on NBCS. The over/under line for this game is currently sitting at 212 points.</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 7:00 ET on Friday, November 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA 76ERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 137-90 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 46.2% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Philadelphia Be The Talk of Kia Center?</h3><p>The 76ers fell to 2-9 on the season after a 114-106 home loss to the Cavaliers on Wednesday. Philadelphia entered the game as +10.5 point underdogs but managed to keep the game closer than expected. The total points for the game reached 220, just over the pre-game line of 218.5.</p> <p>After taking control in the 2nd quarter, holding Cleveland to 17 points, the 76ers struggled in the 3rd, allowing a 10-0 run that put them behind 69-55. Philadelphia battled back to within four points heading into the 4th quarter but couldn’t close the gap, as the Cavaliers outscored them 32-28 in the final period.</p><p>Jared McCain led the 76ers with 34 points and 10 assists in their 114-106 loss to the Cavaliers, hitting 6 threes at a 46.2% clip. Kelly Oubre added 20 points, and Caleb Martin contributed 18, shooting 61.5% from the field.</p> <p>Philadelphia connected on 14 threes, but shot just 32.6% from deep, with an overall field goal percentage of 44.6%. McCain scored 11 points in the 4th quarter, while Reggie Jackson added 8 of his 13 points in the 2nd.</p><p>Defensively, the 76ers had a strong 2nd quarter, holding the Cavaliers to just 17 points, but they gave up 31 points in the 1st and over 30 in both the 3rd and 4th quarters, leading to a 114-106 loss. Cleveland shot 49% from the field.</p> <p>Philadelphia struggled to defend the three-point line, allowing the Cavaliers to hit 16 threes at a 40% clip. The 76ers sent Cleveland to the line 17 times, where they made 14 free throws. Philadelphia finished with 8 steals and 2 blocks.</p><h3>Does Orlando Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>Orlando improved to 7-6 this season with a 94-90 win over the Pacers on Wednesday. The Magic were favored by 1 point and covered the spread with the victory. The game’s total points of 184 fell well short of the O/U line of 224.</p> <p>Orlando’s defense was key, as they held the Pacers to 18 points in both the 2nd and 4th quarters. A 10-0 run helped the Magic take control, and they finished strong by outscoring Indiana 26-18 in the final period.</p><p>In their win over the Pacers, the Magic managed just 94 points, shooting 40% from the field. They hit 13 threes at a 34.2% clip.</p> <p>Franz Wagner led the way with 29 points and 6 assists, scoring 11 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters. Goga Bitadze added 12 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 85.7% from the floor.</p><p>The Magic's defense was strong against the Pacers, holding them to just 90 points on 38% shooting. Orlando clamped down in the 2nd and 4th quarters, allowing only 18 points in each.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Magic limited the Pacers to 10 threes on 33% shooting. They also sent Indiana to the line 18 times, where they made 16 free throws. Defensively, Orlando grabbed 37 rebounds, gave up 7 offensive boards, and added 8 steals and 10 blocks.</p>

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