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

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<p>At 7:30 ET, the Memphis Grizzlies (-127) will take on the Atlanta Hawks (+107) in a non-conference matchup. The Grizzlies are favored by 1.5 points and have a record of 19-9. On the other hand, the Hawks have lost two straight and are 14-14 on the season.</p>

<p>This game will be played at State Farm Arena in Atlanta and can be seen on FDSS. The over/under line for this game is 241.5 points.</p><h3>MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES VS ATLANTA HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at State Farm Arena at 7:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 153-122 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Our projections have Ja Morant finishing with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.8% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Grizzlies Lock in a Win at Atlanta?</h3><p>The Grizzlies improved to 19-9 this season after a dominant 144-93 win over the Warriors on Thursday. Memphis, favored by 2.5 points, easily covered the spread at home. The game’s total of 237 points narrowly missed the O/U line of 238.5.</p> <p>Memphis set the tone early, jumping out to a 37-15 lead in the 1st quarter and extending it with an 11-0 run. They continued to control the game, outscoring the Warriors 32-23 in the 2nd quarter and 40-21 in the 3rd. By the start of the 4th, the Grizzlies were up 109-59, and they edged the Warriors 35-34 in the final period.</p><p>The Grizzlies put on an offensive clinic in their win over the Warriors, shooting 54.1% from the field and hitting 27 threes at a 56.2% clip. Santi Aldama led the way with 21 points and 14 rebounds, connecting on 5 threes, while Jake LaRavia added 19 points, hitting 4 threes at 80% efficiency.</p> <p>Jaren Jackson Jr. contributed 17 points, with 11 coming in the 3rd quarter. Luke Kennard scored 12 of his 15 points in the 4th, and Desmond Bane also finished with 15 points, adding 7 in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Grizzlies put on a defensive clinic against the Warriors, holding them to just 93 points on 35% shooting. Memphis set the tone early, giving up only 15 points in the 1st quarter and 23 in the 2nd. They continued their strong play in the 3rd, allowing 21 points before a 34-point 4th quarter.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Grizzlies limited the Warriors to 12 threes on 33% shooting. They also sent Golden State to the line 24 times, where they hit 17 free throws. Memphis controlled the boards with 45 defensive rebounds while allowing 10 offensive boards. They also added 11 steals and 8 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Hawks Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>The Hawks fell to 14-14 on the season after a 133-126 road loss to the Spurs on Thursday. Atlanta entered the game as +1 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points of 259 exceeded the O/U line of 233.5 by 25.5 points.</p> <p>Atlanta went on a 13-0 run early, extending their lead from 36-28 to 49-28. However, they couldn’t maintain the momentum, as the Spurs outscored them 30-21 in the 3rd quarter. Despite entering the 4th quarter down just 90-87, the Hawks couldn’t complete the comeback, losing the final quarter 33-30.</p><p>De'Andre Hunter led the Hawks with 27 points and 6 rebounds, shooting 60% from the field and hitting 4 threes at 50% efficiency. Trae Young added 23 points and 16 assists, connecting on 3 threes at 50% from deep, while Jalen Johnson contributed 22 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 57.1% from the floor.</p> <p>As a team, the Hawks made 16 threes, shooting 42.1% from beyond the arc and 47.4% overall. Hunter scored 12 points in the 4th quarter, while Young added 8 in the final period.</p><p>The Hawks gave up 133 points to the Spurs on Thursday, including 36 in the 1st quarter. They tightened up in the 2nd, allowing just 24 points, but still allowed 30 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p> <p>Atlanta struggled to defend the three, as the Spurs hit 19 threes at a 45% clip. The Hawks sent San Antonio to the line 23 times, where they made 16 free throws. Defensively, the Hawks grabbed 41 rebounds, allowed 8 offensive boards, and recorded 14 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

Memphis Grizzlies vs Atlanta Hawks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Huskies versus the Bulldogs? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on PEAC. The game will be played at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN. Connecticut is favored by -9.5 in this Big East conference matchup the against Butler. The over/under for the game is set at 143.5 points.</p><h3>CONNECTICUT HUSKIES VS BUTLER BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Butler Bulldogs +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hinkle Fieldhouse at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BUTLER BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Butler pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Huskies?</h3><p>Connecticut improved to 9-3 on the season with a 94-89 win over Xavier on Wednesday. Despite being heavy favorites at -13.5, the Huskies didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 183, well over the 146.5 O/U line.</p> <p>UConn trailed 30-29 at halftime but turned things around by scoring 49 points in the 2nd half while allowing 48. Their offensive surge was key to the win, but they’ll need to tighten up defensively moving forward.</p><p>Connecticut put up 94 points in their last game, shooting 47.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.6%. They hit 55.6% of their two-point attempts and 33.3% from beyond the arc, going 8-for-24 from three. At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, connecting on 20 of 21 attempts for a 95.2% shooting percentage.</p> <p>Ryan Conwell led the way with 23 points on 9-of-13 shooting, including 3-of-5 from three. Tarris Reed Jr. added 20 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 63.6% from the field. Dante Maddox Jr. also contributed 22 points, hitting 5-of-9 from three-point range. Hassan Diarra dished out 11 assists to go along with his 12 points.</p><p>Connecticut's defense struggled, giving up 89 points on 47% shooting. They allowed 25 two-pointers on 45 attempts, a 55% success rate for the opposing team.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition hit 8 of 24 threes, shooting 33%. Connecticut also sent them to the line 21 times, where they converted 20 free throws, a 95% rate.</p><h3>Can Butler Grab a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Butler Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Butler fell to 7-5 on the season after an 80-70 loss to Marquette on Wednesday. The Bulldogs, who were +14 point underdogs, managed to keep the game closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Butler led 35-32 at halftime but allowed 48 points in the 2nd half while scoring 35. The total points for the game went over the O/U line of 148.5, finishing at 150.</p><p>Butler's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 51.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 59.6%. They hit 60% of their two-point attempts and 40.9% from beyond the arc, while knocking down 86.7% of their free throws.</p> <p>Kam Jones led the way with 23 points and 5 assists, though he struggled from three, hitting just 1 of 7 attempts. Jahmyl Telfort and Kolby King each added 16 points, with Telfort also grabbing 10 rebounds. Stevie Mitchell was perfect from the field, going 6 for 6 and finishing with 15 points and 9 boards.</p><p>Despite Butler's defensive struggles, allowing 80 points on 42% shooting, they did manage to limit damage from beyond the arc, holding their opponent to just 6 made threes on 30 attempts (20%).</p> <p>Butler sent their opponent to the line 12 times, where they converted 10 free throws (83%). The Bulldogs also gave up 20 offensive rebounds in this one.</p>

Connecticut Huskies vs Butler Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

College basketball is one of the most popular sports to wager on, especially during one particular month of the year. College basketball betting presents many great opportunities to wager, and bettors tend to do pretty well when wagering on the sport.

There are a handful of different levels when it comes to college basketball, but it is Division 1 that tends to get all of the focus. The NCAA Men’s College Basketball Tournament takes place during the month of March, and that is one event that always attracts plenty of wagers.

College basketball starts to get things going in November each year, and then a champion is crowned in April. Teams compete in nonconference games to begin the year, but the best time to bet is during conference action later in the year.

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<p>Planning on watching today's Red Wings and Canadiens game? Catch the action at Bell Centre in Montreal, QC, as the Canadiens hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on NHLN. The Red Wings come into this Atlantic division matchup as the -1.5 goal favorite to pick up the win. Currently, the over/under for the game is at 6 goals.</p><h3>DETROIT RED WINGS VS MONTREAL CANADIENS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Montreal Canadiens +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bell Centre at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MONTREAL CANADIENS:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Canadiens winning this one 4-3.</li><li>We like the Canadiens on the moneyline (-103)</li><li>The Canadiens are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Are the Red Wings Ready for a Win at Montreal?</h3><p>Detroit improved to 13-15-4 with a 2-1 win over the Sabres. The Red Wings were favored on the puck line, but didn’t cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined score of 3 fell well short of that mark.</p> <p>Buffalo scored first, but Detroit responded with two goals in the second period to secure the win. Both of the Red Wings’ goals came on the power play, courtesy of Dylan Larkin.</p><p>Detroit's offense was held scoreless until the second period, when Dylan Larkin netted his 6th and 7th goals of the season, both on power plays. The Red Wings took 23 shots on goal but also had 15 giveaways.</p> <p>Patrick Kane picked up his 6th assist on Larkin's first goal, while Alex DeBrincat added his 4th assist. Lucas Raymond notched his 10th assist on Larkin’s second goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Red Wings gave up the first goal of the game at 11:39 in the first period, but they locked things down from there, not allowing another goal. Cam Talbot finished with 31 saves and a 96.9% save percentage. Detroit's defense also recorded 4 takeaways and 11 hits.</p><h3>Can the Canadiens Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Montreal’s 3-1 loss to the Penguins dropped their record to 13-16-3. The Canadiens were underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 4 fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 2-0, Christian Dvorak scored Montreal’s only goal at 14:28 in the third period. The Penguins sealed the game with an empty-net goal at 19:15 in the final period.</p><p>Montreal's offense managed 26 shots on goal but only found the net once in their 3-1 loss to Pittsburgh. Christian Dvorak scored his first goal of the season, coming 5:32 into the third period. Emil Heineman picked up his first assist, while Juraj Slafkovsky added his seventh.</p> <p>The Canadiens were held scoreless through the first two periods and struggled with 20 giveaways. They failed to capitalize on any power play opportunities and did not score on an empty net.</p><p>Montreal's defense gave up the first two goals of the game, with both coming from Sidney Crosby. The first was at 15:57 in the first period, and the second was a power-play goal at 18:40 in the second. After the Canadiens made it 2-1 in the third, they allowed an empty-netter with 45 seconds left, leading to a 3-1 loss. Sam Montembeault made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the defense added 4 takeaways and 28 hits.</p>

Detroit Red Wings vs Montreal Canadiens Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>The PGA Tour schedule never seems to slow, and there is another big tournament taking place this weekend. While there won’t be a major taking place, the Travelers Championship is always an event that generates plenty of excitement.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Betting on the PGA Tour is always a great option to check out, and the odds have been set for the outright winner. Here is a look at the odds that are currently set, and some of the top betting picks that should be made.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Clear Favorite</h2>



<p>When looking at the <a href="https://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betdsi" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">odds</a> to win the Travelers Championship, it’s pretty clear that one golfer is expected to come away with the win. Scottie Scheffler has betting odds set at +360 to get the win this weekend, and he’s the favorite in every single event that he enters. </p>



<p>Next on the list is Xander Schauffele at +700, and he recently won the PGA Championship. Neither Scheffler or Schauffele had a ton of success at the U.S. Open, and each player will be looking to gain momentum ahead of the Open Championship.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The betting odds do tend to fall off after the top two golfers, and that is when you are going to find more betting value as well. There is a name missing from the odds this weekend as Rory McIlroy has withdrawn from the tournament after a disappointing end to the U.S. Open. </p>



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<p>Even though it’s hard to bet against Scheffler or Schauffele, there are some other golfers that will be in the mix this weekend. Collin Morikawa and Ludvig Aberg are two names that really stand out, and they have <a href="https://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/bookmaker" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">odds</a> of +1100 and +1200, respectively. </p>



<p>Viktor Hovland is next on the list at +1800, and he has been playing well at times this season. Hovland is not a player that has found success in the majors this year, but he has been great in the other weekend events.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Here is a look at some of the other golfers and odds for the tournament this weekend:&nbsp;</p>



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<li>Patricks Cantlay +2000</li>



<li>Hideki Matsuyama +2200</li>



<li>Russell Henley +2500</li>



<li>Sam Burks +2800</li>
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<p>The odds for everyone else in the field are +3000 or higher, but that doesn’t mean that others can’t come away with a win in this tournament.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Aberg Gets the Win</h2>



<p>The Travelers Championship always provides golfers with a tough test, and that is going to be something to check out ahead of the weekend. While there are a few names missing from the field of players, there will still be a ton of talent there as well.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Scottie Scheffler has been winning nearly every tournament this weekend, but he hasn’t looked like himself of late. Even though Scheffler has the best odds, there will be a different player that comes away with the victory.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Getting some value should be something to consider, and that can come by looking at Ludvig Aberg this weekend. Aberg should have a big tournament, and there is a ton of value in getting him at +1200.</p>



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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Ospreys and Gators. The game is starting at 12:00 ET on SECN, and it's hosted by the Gators at Exactech Arena in Gainesville, FL. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this non-conference game currently have Florida as the -24.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 170.5 points.</p><h3>NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS VS FLORIDA GATORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Florida Ospreys +24.5</p><p>This game will be played at Exactech Arena at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Gators.</li><li>Even though we have Florida winning straight-up, we like North Florida at +24.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 170.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Ospreys Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>North Florida fell to 5-5 on the season after a 95-81 road loss to UNC Asheville on Tuesday. Entering the game as +3 underdogs, the Ospreys not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points reached 176, surpassing the O/U line of 162.</p> <p>North Florida trailed 43-30 at halftime but put up 51 points in the 2nd half. However, their defense allowed 52 points in the same period, preventing them from mounting a comeback.</p><p>North Florida put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 41.3% from the field. They connected on 30% of their 40 three-point attempts, with an effective field goal percentage of 50.8%. At the free-throw line, they hit 77.3%, going 17-for-22.</p> <p>The Ospreys had 17 assists and 11 offensive rebounds, with Toyaz Solomon leading the way with 24 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 69.2% from the field. Jordan Marsh added 19 points and 7 assists, hitting 3 of 5 from beyond the arc.</p><p>North Florida's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 95 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 56% from the field. The Ospreys couldn't contain their opponents inside, as they shot 63% on two-point attempts, going 24/38.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, North Florida allowed 9 threes on 20 attempts, a 45% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 29 times, where they converted 20 of those attempts, shooting 69%. The Ospreys gave up 12 offensive rebounds as well.</p><h3>Does Florida Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Florida improved to 11-0 this season with a 90-84 win over North Carolina on Tuesday. The Gators, who were -3.5 point favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Florida led 46-34 at halftime but allowed 50 points in the second half while scoring 44. The total points for the game reached 174, surpassing the over/under line of 167.5.</p><p>The Gators put up 90 points in their last game, shooting 46.2% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 55.4%. They hit 57.6% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 34.4% from beyond the arc, making 11 threes. At the free-throw line, they shot 70.4%, going 19-for-27.</p> <p>RJ Davis led the way with 29 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 52.6% overall, though he struggled from three, hitting just 3 of 11 attempts. Will Richard was efficient, scoring 22 points on 8-of-10 shooting, including 3-of-5 from deep.</p><p>Even with Florida's defense giving up 84 points, they managed to hold their opponent to just 5 made threes on 28 attempts, a 17% shooting performance from beyond the arc. However, the Gators struggled to contain the inside game, allowing 28 two-point baskets on 44 attempts, a 63% conversion rate.</p> <p>Florida sent their opponent to the free-throw line 19 times, where they connected on 13 free throws, shooting 68%. The Gators also gave up 13 offensive rebounds, contributing to their defensive woes in this one.</p>

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<p>At 8:30 ET, the 9-18 Portland Trail Blazers will be in San Antonio to take on the 14-13 Spurs. The Blazers are 13th in the Western Conference, while the Spurs are 11th. San Antonio is favored by 6.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 227.5.</p>

<p>This Western Conference matchup will be played at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio. The game can be seen on KATU.</p><h3>PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS VS SAN ANTONIO SPURS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Trail Blazers +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Frost Bank Center at 8:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 160-153 in favor of the Trail Blazers.</li><li>Our projections have Anfernee Simons finishing with 20 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Trail Blazers finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.5% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Trail Blazers Lock in a Win at San Antonio?</h3><p>The Trail Blazers improved to 9-18 on the season with a 126-124 win over the Nuggets on Thursday. Portland, who were +8.5 point underdogs, not only won but also covered the spread. The total points for the game were 250, exceeding the over/under line of 234.5 by 15.5 points.</p> <p>Portland turned things around after a 10-0 run by Denver, which extended the score from 66-59 to 76-59. The Blazers responded by outscoring the Nuggets 38-21 in the 3rd quarter, taking a 104-87 lead into the 4th. Denver made a push in the final quarter, outscoring Portland 37-22, but the Blazers held on for the win.</p><p>Anfernee Simons led the way with 28 points and 10 assists, shooting 55% from the field and hitting 4 threes in the Trail Blazers' win over the Nuggets. Shaedon Sharpe added 27 points, including 12 in the 4th quarter, while Deni Avdija contributed 19 points, knocking down 3 threes at a 50% clip.</p> <p>Portland connected on 16 threes as a team, shooting 34.8% from beyond the arc and 46.4% overall. Jerami Grant scored 10 of his 13 points in the opening quarter.</p><p>Despite a rough defensive outing, the Trail Blazers managed to secure a win over the Nuggets, even after allowing 124 points. Portland gave up 35 points in the 1st quarter and 37 in the 4th, but they tightened up in the 3rd, holding Denver to 21 points.</p> <p>Portland's defense allowed the Nuggets to shoot 54% from the field and 44% from three, with Denver hitting 15 threes. The Blazers sent the Nuggets to the line 21 times, where they made 15 free throws. Portland finished with 30 defensive rebounds, gave up 8 offensive boards, and recorded 7 steals and 7 blocks.</p><h3>Will the Spurs Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>San Antonio moved to 14-13 on the season with a 133-126 win over the Hawks on Thursday. The Spurs were favored by one point and covered the spread, while the game’s total of 259 points went well over the 233.5-point line.</p> <p>After a 13-0 run by the Hawks, the Spurs responded by outscoring Atlanta 30-21 in the 3rd quarter. San Antonio entered the 4th quarter with a 90-87 lead and held on, despite being outscored 33-30 in the final period.</p><p>Victor Wembanyama's 42-point performance, including 7 threes at 46.7%, led the Spurs to a win over the Hawks. Devin Vassell added 23 points, hitting 5 threes at 71.4%, while Jeremy Sochan contributed 20 points. San Antonio connected on 19 threes, shooting 45.2% from deep and 48.5% overall.</p> <p>Wembanyama scored 14 points in the 1st quarter and added 10 points in both the 2nd and 4th quarters, with 8 more in OT. Chris Paul also came up big in the 4th, scoring 7 of his 12 points, and added 3 more in overtime.</p><p>Defensively, the Spurs struggled in the 2nd quarter, giving up 37 points, but they tightened up in the 3rd, allowing just 21 points. Overall, they allowed 126 points on 47% shooting from the Hawks.</p> <p>San Antonio had trouble defending the three, as Atlanta hit 16 threes at a 42% clip. The Spurs sent the Hawks to the line 21 times, where they made 18 free throws. The Spurs finished with 15 steals and 8 blocks.</p>

Portland Trail Blazers vs San Antonio Spurs Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Blue Jackets and Flyers game? Catch the action at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA, as the Flyers hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on NBCS. The over/under for this game is set at 6.5 goals, and the Flyers are favored by -1.5 against the Blue Jackets in a Metropolitan division matchup.</p><h3>COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS VS PHILADELPHIA FLYERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia Flyers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA FLYERS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Flyers to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Flyers on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Blue Jackets (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Blue Jackets Pull the Upset on the Road?</h3><p>Columbus fell to 13-15-5 after a 7-2 loss to the Capitals. The Blue Jackets were underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 9 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> <p>Defensively, Columbus struggled from the start, allowing 5 goals in the first period. Damon Severson and Kevin Labanc each scored for the Blue Jackets, but the game was never close.</p><p>Columbus fired 36 shots on goal but could only find the net twice in their 7-2 loss to Washington. Damon Severson scored his 4th goal of the season, while Kevin Labanc added his 2nd. The Blue Jackets were held scoreless in the first period before Severson got them on the board 49 seconds into the second.</p> <p>Columbus recorded 13 giveaways and failed to convert on any power play opportunities. Sean Monahan picked up his 5th assist of the season, and Zach Aston-Reese added his 2nd. The Blue Jackets have now lost two straight games.</p><p>Defensively, the Blue Jackets will be looking for a better start after giving up the first five goals in their previous game against Washington. Columbus allowed the first goal just 56 seconds into the 1st period and another four by the 5:02 mark. Daniil Tarasov made 15 saves but finished with a 68.2% save percentage.</p><h3>Can Philadelphia Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Philadelphia dropped to 14-15-4 after a 3-0 loss to the Bruins. The Flyers entered as underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 3 goals fell short of the 6.5 set before the game.</p> 

<p>The Flyers’ offense struggled, managing only 20 shots on goal. They also had 15 giveaways, contributing to the loss.</p><p>Philadelphia's offense was held scoreless in their 3-0 loss to Boston. The Flyers managed 20 shots on goal but were unable to find the back of the net. They recorded 15 giveaways in the game.</p> <p>Philadelphia failed to score in any period, including on their power play. This shutout marks the first time this season the Flyers have been held without a goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Flyers gave up the first goal at 13:28 in the first period and another at 11:23 in the second. They also allowed an empty-netter at 16:21 in the third. Samuel Ersson made 8 saves with a 100% save percentage, while the Flyers' defense had 5 takeaways and 30 hits.</p>

Columbus Blue Jackets vs Philadelphia Flyers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Aztecs versus the Golden Bears? Tip off is at at 10:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ACCN. The game will be played at SAP Center at San Jose in San Jose, CA. San Diego State is the -5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against California. The over/under for the game is set at 147 points.</p><h3>SAN DIEGO STATE AZTECS VS CALIFORNIA GOLDEN BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: California Golden Bears +5</p><p>This game will be played at SAP Center at San Jose at 10:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALIFORNIA GOLDEN BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Golden Bears.</li><li>Not only will California pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can San Diego State Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>San Diego State improved to 6-2 on the season with an 81-75 win over California Baptist on Wednesday. Playing at home, the Aztecs were -13.5 point favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 156, surpassing the O/U line of 136.5.</p> <p>San Diego State led 40-33 at halftime and scored 41 points in the 2nd half, but allowed 42 points to the Lancers, making the game closer than expected.</p><p>San Diego State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 81 points while shooting 54.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.7%, thanks in part to their 52.9% shooting from beyond the arc, connecting on 9 of 17 attempts. They also hit 80% of their free throws, going 16 for 20 from the line.</p> <p>The Aztecs dished out 19 assists, with Nick Boyd contributing 8 of them to go along with his 16 points. Dominique Daniels Jr. led the team with 22 points, despite shooting just 38.1% overall and 27.3% from three. Miles Byrd added 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 from deep, while Boyd and Byrd both shot 66.7% from three-point range.</p><p>San Diego State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 75 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 54% from the field. They couldn't contain the two-point shots, with their opponents hitting 55% (19/34) from inside the arc.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, the Aztecs allowed 9 threes on 17 attempts, a 52% shooting performance. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 16 free throws (80%).</p><h3>Can California Deliver Being Underdogs at Home?</h3><p>California improved to 7-4 on the season with an 84-66 win over Northwestern State on Saturday. The Golden Bears, who were -16 point favorites at home, covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 150, surpassing the pre-game over/under line of 144.</p> <p>Cal led 36-33 at halftime before pulling away in the second half, scoring 48 points while holding the Demons to 33. This strong second-half performance was key to their victory.</p><p>California's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 84 points with a 52.8% field goal percentage. They hit 48% of their threes, connecting on 12 of 25 attempts, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 64.2%.</p> <p>Andrej Stojakovic led the way with 31 points, shooting 71.4% overall and 66.7% from deep. Jeremiah Wilkinson added 18 points, while Landyn Jumawan contributed 15, hitting 4 of 7 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite California's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 66 points. However, they allowed a 52% shooting performance, with 28 made field goals on 53 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, California's defense gave up 12 threes on 25 attempts, a 48% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 16 free throws, shooting 76%.</p>

San Diego State Aztecs vs California Golden Bears NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Mavericks and Flames. The game is starting at 2:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Flames at Liberty Arena in Lynchburg, VA. Get ready to place your bets! This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 143.5 points, and Liberty is favored by -9.5 vs. UT Arlington.</p><h3>UT ARLINGTON MAVERICKS VS LIBERTY FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Liberty Flames -9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Liberty Arena at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LIBERTY FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-67 in favor of the Flames.</li><li>Not only will Liberty pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Mavericks Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>UT Arlington improved to 4-6 on the season with a dominant 80-54 home win over Evansville on Wednesday. The Mavericks, who were favored by 9.5 points, not only secured the victory but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 134 fell short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p> <p>UT Arlington took control early, leading 44-24 at halftime. They maintained their advantage in the 2nd half, outscoring Evansville 36-30.</p><p>UT Arlington put up 80 points in their last game, despite shooting just 38.9% from the field. They connected on 11 of 30 three-point attempts, good for 36.7%, and hit 27 of 36 free throws, shooting 75% from the line. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.1%.</p> <p>The Mavericks dominated the offensive glass with 22 rebounds, and Tayshawn Comer led the way with 20 points and 4 assists. Diante Smith added 18 points, hitting 4 of 7 from deep, and Lance Ware contributed 14 points and 13 rebounds.</p><p>Even with UT Arlington's defense holding their opponent to 54 points, the Mavericks couldn't come out on top. They limited the opposition to 38% shooting overall, including 41% from two-point range, where they hit 10 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UT Arlington allowed 11 threes on 30 attempts, a 36% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 36 times, where they converted 27, shooting 75%. The Mavericks gave up 22 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Flames Chances at Home</h3><h3>Liberty Flames Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Liberty improved to 8-1 on the season with an 83-74 home win over North Carolina A&T on Saturday, December 14th. The Flames were -20 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Liberty led 39-37 at halftime and outscored the Aggies 44-37 in the second half. The combined points of 157 went over the pre-game O/U line of 142.5.</p><p>Liberty's offense put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 56.1%. They connected on 58.1% of their two-point attempts and 34.8% from beyond the arc, hitting 8 threes on 23 attempts. At the free-throw line, they went 9-for-15, shooting 60%.</p> <p>Owen Aquino led the way with 28 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 60% from the field and hitting 2 of 3 from three-point range. Ryan Forrest added 21 points, knocking down 4 of 6 from deep. Liberty dished out 21 assists as a team, with Zach Cleveland contributing 7 assists to go along with his 12 points.</p><p>Liberty's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 74 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Flames allowed their opponent to connect on 33 of 66 shots.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Liberty's defense gave up 25 buckets on 43 attempts, a 58% success rate. From three-point range, their opponent hit 8 of 23 shots, shooting 34%. Liberty also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 15 times, where they made 9 of their attempts.</p>

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Dallas Mavericks (-146) will host the Phoenix Suns (+121) in a Western Conference matchup. The Mavericks are favored by 2.5 in a game that will be televised on TNT.</p>

<p>Phoenix is currently 5th in the West, while Dallas is 7th. The Suns have won two straight, while the Mavericks have won six in a row.</p><h3>PHOENIX SUNS VS DALLAS MAVERICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Dallas Mavericks -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at American Airlines Center at 7:30 ET on Thursday, February 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DALLAS MAVERICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 157-145 in favor of the Mavericks.</li><li>Our projections have Luka Doncic finishing with Luka Doncic points, 8 rebounds and 9 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Mavericks finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.2% and knocking down 18 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is an Upset Waiting to Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Phoenix has won two straight games as the underdog and is 5-8 straight-up as the underdog this season. As the underdog, they have a scoring differential of -3.8 points per game. Today, they are getting 2.5 points.</p>

<p>The Suns' ATS record for the season is 23-31, and they have covered the spread in their last two games. On the road, they are 12-14 ATS compared to 11-17 ATS at home.</p>

<p>In terms of their O/U record, the Suns are 27-28 this season. In their last game against the Pistons, the final score was 116-100, which was well under the O/U line of 238.5.</p>

<p>Phoenix's O/U record for the season is 27-28, and 50 of their games have had lower over/under lines than today's line of 244.5. On average, their games have finished with 231.9 points.</p>

<p>The Suns are 33-22 on the season and are currently 5th in the Western Conference. In non-conference games, they are 14-7 and 19-15 against other Western Conference teams.</p><p>So far this season, the Suns are 12th in the NBA in scoring at 117.6 points per game. Interestingly, they are averaging the same number of points whether they are playing at home or on the road. In terms of pace, Phoenix is 15th in the league at 98.5 possessions per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to shooting, the Suns are one of the best teams in the NBA. They are 3rd in field goal percentage at 49%, and they are 3rd in true shooting percentage. Inside the arc, Phoenix is 6th in two-point shooting at 56%.</p>

<p>From beyond the arc, the Suns are 7th in three-point shooting at 37%. However, they are just 22nd in three-point makes per game. Overall, they are 14th in assists, and they are 24th in offensive rebounds.</p><p>At present, the Suns' defense is ranked 15th, allowing 114.3 points per game. Most recently, the Suns' defense put together a solid performance, giving up just 100 points to the Pistons.</p><h3>Will the Mavericks Win at Home?</h3><p>The Mavericks have won six straight games and are favored by 2.5 points today. In the Western Conference, they are in 7th place with a record of 32-23.</p>

<p>Dallas has a 29-26 record against the spread this season, going 13-17 at home and 16-9 on the road. Their ATS win streak on the road is at three games.</p>

<p>This year, the Mavericks have been favored in 31 of their 55 games and have a record of 23-8 in those games. As the favorite, they are 19-12 against the spread.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Mavericks beat the Spurs by a score of 116-93. They were favored by 11.5 points in that game and covered the spread. The O/U line for that game was 243 points.</p>

<p>In the Mavericks' games this season, the average combined scoring total is 235.9 points. Today's O/U line is set at 244.5, and their games have averaged 235.7 points.</p>

<p>Dallas' O/U record for the season is 28-27, and the under has hit in their last two games.</p><p>When it comes to scoring, the Mavericks are one of the most prolific three-point shooting teams in the league, ranking 3rd in made threes per game. On average, they make 15 threes per contest, but they are also 2nd in three-point attempts at 40.3 per game. Overall, Dallas is 7th in scoring at 118.7 points per game.</p>

<p>At home, the Mavericks are averaging 120.4 points per game, which is 8th in the NBA. In terms of pace, Dallas is 11th in the league at 99.8 possessions per game. So far, they have outscored the NBA scoring average in 58.2% of their games.</p>

<p>When it comes to shooting efficiency, the Mavericks are 13th in field goal percentage at 47%. Inside the arc, they are 8th in two-point shooting at 56%. However, Dallas is just 22nd in offensive rebounds and 22nd in assists.</p><p>The Mavericks' defense is presently ranked 19th in the league, allowing an average of 117.2 points per contest. In terms of two point field goal attempts, the Mavericks defense has allowed a shooting percentage of 55.6% while allowing 36.4% from downtown.</p>

Phoenix Suns vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Pick & Prediction 2/22/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Buckeyes versus the Wildcats? Tip off is at at 5:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on CBS. The game will be played at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 160.5 points, and Kentucky is favored by -8.5 vs. Ohio State.</p><h3>OHIO STATE BUCKEYES VS KENTUCKY WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Ohio State Buckeyes +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 5:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OHIO STATE BUCKEYES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-73 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Even though we have Kentucky winning straight-up, we like Ohio State at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 160.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Buckeyes Defense Show Up in New York?</h3><p>Ohio State improved to 7-4 on the season with a 95-73 win over Valparaiso on Tuesday. The Buckeyes, who were heavy favorites at -21, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Ohio State led 41-30 at halftime and scored 54 points in the second half while allowing 43. The total points for the game reached 168, surpassing the O/U line of 149.5.</p><p>Ohio State put up 95 points in their last game, shooting 54.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 59%. They were dominant inside, hitting 64.3% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, going 6-for-19 (31.6%). At the free-throw line, they were efficient, knocking down 23-of-27 for 85.2%.</p> <p>Devin Royal led the way with 31 points and 15 rebounds, shooting 68.8% from the field. All Wright added 22 points, and Bruce Thornton contributed 14 points and a team-high 6 assists. Evan Mahaffey was perfect from the field, making all 6 of his shots.</p><p>Ohio State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 73 points on 54% shooting from the field. The Buckeyes allowed their opponents to hit 64% of their two-point attempts, with 27 makes on 42 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Ohio State's defense held their opponents to 31% shooting, with 6 made threes on 19 attempts. The Buckeyes also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 23 of those attempts for 85%.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Wildcats?</h3><p>On Saturday, December 14th, the Wildcats improved to 10-1 on the season with a 93-85 home win over the Cardinals. Kentucky entered the game as -9.5 point favorites but didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>Kentucky led 46-40 at halftime and scored 47 points in the 2nd half while allowing 45. The combined points of 178 exceeded the O/U line of 160.</p><p>Kentucky's offense was on fire in their last game, putting up 93 points with a field goal percentage of 58.2%. They were particularly deadly from beyond the arc, hitting 52.4% of their threes, and their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 69.1%.</p> <p>Lamont Butler was perfect from the field, going 10/10 overall and 6/6 from three, finishing with 33 points and 6 assists. Chucky Hepburn added 26 points and 5 assists, while Terrence Edwards Jr. contributed 23 points, hitting 5 of 7 threes.</p><p>Despite Kentucky's defensive efforts, they couldn't contain their opponents, giving up 85 points on 58% shooting. The Wildcats struggled to defend inside, allowing 61% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kentucky's defense allowed 11 threes on 52% shooting. They also sent their opponents to the line 28 times, where they hit 18 free throws.</p>

Ohio State Buckeyes vs Kentucky Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

The National Hockey League (NHL) is one of the four biggest professional sports in the United States, and it’s usually fourth in terms of popularity. That doesn’t mean that this sport doesn’t have a massive following though, and it’s a sport that leads to some great betting options.

The NHL was founded all the way back in 1917, and the league has seen plenty of growth since that first year. There were only six teams when the league first began playing, but that number has now grown all the way up to 32.

25 of the teams are from the United States while there are also seven teams from Canada. The NHL season typically runs from October through April, with the NHL Stanley Cup Finals taking place during the month of June.

NHL teams play 82 regular season games, and that leads to plenty of NHL betting opportunities. Here is a look at some of the best NHL sportsbooks as well as how to bet on NHL.
<h2 id="h-where-to-bet-on-the-nhl" class="wp-block-heading">WHERE TO BET ON THE NHL</h2>
Knowing where to bet on the NHL is going to be extremely important if you are planning on betting on this league. With that in mind, here are six of the best NHL sportsbooks that you can find.

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<p>There appears to be a chance for light rain in Cleveland on Saturday, where the Guardians and Astros will face off at Progressive Field. First pitch is currently scheduled for 6:10 PM ET. Justin Verlander is starting for the Astros, while the Guardians are going with Ben Lively.</p>

<p>Houston is currently favored on the money line, with their odds sitting at -101 compared to the Guardians at -117. The over/under line is at 8 runs, and this AL matchup can be seen on BSGL. The Astros are 87-73, while the Guardians are 92-68 and are first in the AL Central.</p><h3>HOUSTON ASTROS VS CLEVELAND GUARDIANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Astros Moneyline -101</p><p>This game will be played at Progressive Field at 6:10 ET on Saturday, September 28th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ASTROS VS GUARDIANS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Astros winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Guardians to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Houston picked up a 5-2 road win over the Guardians in the most recent game of this series. The Astros offense got off to a fast start, scoring one run in the first and adding two more in the 2nd. On the other side, the Guardians got on the board with two runs in the 4th and added their final run in the 9th.</p>

<p>Ronel Blanco only went five innings for the Astros but didn't give up a run and picked up the win. He finished the game with just three strikeouts and allowed two hits. Joey Cantillo struggled on the mound for the Guardians, giving up three earned runs in just 3 2/3 innings of work.</p>

<p>Zach Dezenzo and Victor Caratini each homered for the Astros, while Alex Bregman went 3/4 with two doubles. Kyle Tucker also had a three-hit game at the plate.</p><h3>Astros Records & Stats</h3><p>The Astros are 87-73 overall this season, and they lead the AL West by four games over the Mariners. Houston will be on the road today, facing the Guardians. So far, they have gone 29-23 in divisional games.</p>

<p>At home, the Astros have gone 46-35 this season, and they are just above .500 at 41-38 on the road. Heading into today's game, the Astros have gone 6-4 over their last 10. As the favorite, the Astros are 67-51 this season, and they are 24-22 as the favorite on the road. Houston's overall series record is 27-22-2 this year.</p><p>When the Astros are on the road, they have a run line record of 44-35, which is better than their overall mark. They have a run line record of 27-15 as the underdog and 55-63 as the favorite. Their average run margin in winning games is 3.7, while it is -3.1 in losing games.</p><p>When the Astros are on the road, the over/under line is set at 8 runs, which is lower than their combined run average of 8.6 runs per game. Overall, the over/under record for Houston games this season is 65-89, with an average line of 8 runs. When the line is set at 8 runs, the over/under record is 15-14-2. This season, 57.5% of their games have had higher lines than 8 runs, while 23.1% have had lower lines.</p><p>Right-hander Justin Verlander gets the start for the Astros today as he faces the Guardians on the road. He has made 16 starts this year and has a record of 4-6 with a 5.55 ERA. Verlander's WHIP for the season is 1.40. In his last outing, he finished with a no-decision, giving up six earned runs in 4 2/3 innings of work. Before that, he had won two straight starts. Verlander's ERA at home is 9.44 compared to 4.6 on the road. This year, he has allowed a total of 14 home runs.</p>
<p>Heading into today's game, the Astros offense is 11th in the league in runs scored, averaging 4.6 runs per game. They have been even better at home, putting up an average of 4.9 runs per contest. Overall, Houston is batting .262 as a team, which is the 3rd best mark in the league. They also do a great job of putting the ball in play, as their team strikeout rate is the 3rd best in the MLB.</p>

<p>Yordan Alvarez has been a big power threat for the Astros this season, as his 35 homers are the best mark on the team and 8th best in the league. Alex Bregman and Jose Altuve have also been key run producers this season, with 26 and 20 homers, respectively. Bregman has been hot of late, going 13/38 in his last 10 games with three homers.</p><h3>Guardians Records & Stats</h3><p>Cleveland comes into today's game vs. the Astros with an overall record of 92-68, which is good for a six-game lead in the AL Central. The Guardians lead the Tigers in the division and are 50-29 at home this season. On the road, Cleveland has gone 42-39 this season.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Guardians have gone 64-35 this year, and they are 28-33 as the underdog. Cleveland's overall series record is 29-16-6, and they are 6-4 over their last 10 games overall.</p><p>One of the most consistent teams against the run line this season has been the Cleveland Guardians, who have posted a run line record of 82-78. Their average run margin for the season is +0.6 runs per game, and they have been slightly better at home, where they are 39-40 against the run line. They have been a better bet on the run line as the underdog, going 36-25, compared to 46-53 as the favorite.</p><p>Today, the Cleveland Guardians are hosting the Houston Astros in a game with an over/under line of 8 runs. The Guardians' games have averaged 8.3 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 68-81. When the over/under line is set at 8 runs, their record is 13-21-6. Overall, 44.4% of their games have had over/under lines set at 8 runs, and their current under streak is at 4 games.</p><p>Ben Lively gets the start for the Guardians today and will be looking to build off his last outing, where he gave up just one earned run in five innings of work. In that outing, he only gave up two hits and issued three walks. Lively has made 28 starts this season and has a record of 13-9 with a 3.80 ERA. Looking at his home/away splits, he is 8-2 at home with a 3.96 ERA compared to 5-7 on the road with a 3.95 ERA. So far, he has turned in nine quality starts and is averaging 6.98 strikeouts per nine innings.</p><p>Jose Ramirez has been swinging a hot bat of late, going 10/27 in his last seven games, including three homers and eight RBIs. For the season, he is batting .277 with a team-high 38 homers and 115 RBIs, which is 3rd best in the league. Josh Naylor is also a power threat in the lineup, as he has 31 homers this season, which is 11th best in the MLB.</p>

<p>As a team, the Guardians are averaging 4.4 runs per game and are batting .238 overall. At home, they are averaging 4.7 runs per contest. Overall, they are 10th in home runs and have been good at avoiding strikeouts. However, they are near the bottom of the league in terms of walks and have the worst BABIP in the league.</p>

Houston Astros vs Cleveland Guardians Betting Pick & Prediction 9/28/24

The last time <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betonline"><strong>BetOnline</strong> </a>customers saw Donald Trump running for president, he found himself trailing in the polls coming down the stretch. And in the weeks right before the end of the campaign, he was caught on an old video taking about, well, you remember what he was talking about. It looked like pending disaster. And backers of Hillary Clinton were already celebrating the night people went to the voting booth.

And then we saw the election that shocked the world, demonstrating two things in particular: (1) that Trump, though not professing himself to be a politician, was indeed a politician of the most resilient sort, and (2) that when it comes to him, the accuracy of the polls has to come into question at the very least.

And so once again we sit here with the polls showing that Trump lags behind, with Joe Biden on top almost completely across the board, despite doing a minimum of campaigning. So much has happened in 2020 that any "October surprise" would seem practically moot. And the mainstream media, as usual , appears to be in anyone's corner BUT Trump's.

But can he win? That is a reasonable question. And taking all factors into consideration, <a href="http://bangthebook.com/s/betonline"><strong>BetOnline</strong> </a>oddsmakers are not selling the incumbent Commander-in-Chief short at all, as they have listed each candidate at -110. They actually had Trump at -120 earlier in the week.

For the sake of clarity, the two are listed as "Republican nominee" and "Democrat nominee." But we obviously know who the two players are.

Is there value in the number? The simple way to analyze this, I guess, is to acknowledge that there are going to be states that are solidly in the Trump column, like Oklahoma, Nebraska, Alabama, Kentucky, Idaho, the Dakotas and some others. New York, California, New Jersey, Massachusetts and Washington are among those that are more or less in the bank for Biden.

And then there are those that will provide the "battleground." Some of them are toss-ups. Others may look like they are going one way or the other, but are still competitive.

The expanded list of propositions featured odds in each of the states. If you take a glance at them, it would indicate the Democrat (Biden) has an overall edge.

Let's take a look at these.

<strong>* PENNSYLVANIA</strong> -- Biden is listed as the -165 favorite (Trump +135). This is a state trump really needs, although Biden, from neighboring Delaware, is ahead in the polls.

<strong>* OHIO</strong> -- Trump is the solid -210 favorite here (Biden at +170). This state represents a great cross-section of America. The president's slight advantage in the polls does not seem to support this number right now.

<strong>* MICHIGAN</strong> -- Biden is listed at -225 (Trump +185). A loss here would be a crushing blow for the President.

<strong>* FLORIDA</strong> -- With 29 electoral votes, this is a big one. And it's an adopted second home for Trump. At the moment, Biden s a slight favorite here (-120, with Trump at -110).

<strong>* ARIZONA</strong> -- This is a state Trump would like to count on. But there is some powerful opposition to him, and perhaps not much coming from supporters of the late John McCain. Right now it's Biden -130, Trump +100.

<strong>* GEORGIA</strong> -- The numbers are Trump -220, Biden +180. But I wouldn't expect the Democrat to emerge victorious here.

<strong>* NORTH CAROLINA</strong> -- If Trump (-150) wants to solidify the south, he'll need this state with 15 electoral votes (Biden is +120).

<strong>* MINNESOTA</strong> -- Biden is the -180 favorite (+150 for Trump). This is an interesting one, because rioting in Minneapolis under Democrat control could be a factor that swings votes Trump's way. But Trump's refusal to commit federal funds for riot cleanup Will not likely play in his favor.

<strong>* WISCONSIN</strong> -- Another site of recent riots. Seeing things like that could help shape the opinion of independents. Currently Biden is -165, Trump +135.

<strong>* TEXAS</strong> -- We list this because Trump lead isn't very big here (just two points in the latest polls we saw). However, it would be shocking if Biden won here. Accordingly, Trump is the -400 favorite (with Biden at +300).

A couple of notes in closing - there are some astute observers who don't think Biden did himself any favors by choosing Kamala Harris as his running mate. For one thing, she said some damaging things about him in the debates. She also had damaging things said about HER. And she hails from a state (California) that Biden is going to win anyway.

Also, although it looks as if things are trending toward Biden, we would reiterate that we saw this scenario last time. Trump's people contend that their internal polls are telling them something different, and they're the ones who were right last time.

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<p>At 10:00 ET, the Kings (36-27) will host the Bucks (42-23) in a non-conference matchup. The Bucks are favored by 2.5 and are currently 2nd in the East, while the Kings are 7th in the West.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento and can be seen on NBCS.</p><h3>MILWAUKEE BUCKS VS SACRAMENTO KINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Bucks -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Golden 1 Center at 10:00 ET on Tuesday, March 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MILWAUKEE BUCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 115-111 in favor of the Bucks.</li><li>Our projections have Giannis Antetokounmpo finishing with Giannis Antetokounmpo points, 11 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 Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>This season, the Bucks have an O/U record of 32-33-0, and the over has hit in their last two games. Today's O/U line of 237 is just slightly higher than their season average of 236.7.</p>

<p>In terms of their ATS record, the Bucks are 28-37 overall and 14-19 on the road. As the favorite, they are 25-31 vs. the spread, and they are favored by 2.5 points today.</p>

<p>Milwaukee's last game finished with a combined score of 241 points, easily surpassing the O/U line of 221.5. The Bucks also covered the spread in that game, winning by a score of 124-117.</p>

<p>This win improved the Bucks' overall record to 42-23, which is good for 2nd place in the Eastern Conference. In their division, they are in 1st place.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Bucks have gone 13-10 against non-conference opponents and 29-13 against the East. On the road, they are 17-16 compared to 25-7 at home.</p><p>So far this season, the Bucks have been one of the NBA's most efficient offensive teams. They are currently 2nd in the league in scoring at 120.9 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage, Milwaukee ranks 7th in the league at 49%. They are also one of the top teams in free throw attempts, ranking 2nd in the NBA.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Bucks are 6th in the league in three-point attempts at 38.1 per game. Overall, they are shooting 37% from beyond the arc. In terms of pace, Milwaukee is 5th in the NBA at 100.7 possessions per game.</p>

<p>When looking at their scoring splits, the Bucks are averaging 118.9 points per game on the road compared to 123.0 at home. In terms of outscoring the NBA scoring average, Milwaukee has done so in 66.2% of their games this season.</p><p>Currently, the Bucks' defense holds the 19th rank in the NBA, allowing 117.1 points per game. Milwaukee's defense is currently forcing 12.1 turnovers per game, which is 8th in the league. Additionally, they enter the game ranked 16th in blocked shots, with an average of 5.1 rejections per game.</p><h3>Will the Kings Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>Sacramento is 9-11 straight-up as the underdog this season and has covered the spread in two straight games as the underdog. On average, their games as the underdog have finished with 1.2 fewer points than the O/U line.</p>

<p>In their last game against the Rockets, the Kings were favored by 7 points but lost by a score of 112-104. The O/U line for that game was 234 points.</p>

<p>For the season, the Kings are 12-8 ATS as the underdog and 33-29-1 on the O/U. Today's O/U line of 237 is slightly higher than their season average of 235.8.</p>

<p>In Western Conference play, the Kings are 25-17 compared to 11-10 against non-conference opponents. This record has them in 7th place in the West, and they are 3rd in the Pacific Division.</p>

<p>The Kings have gone 31-32 ATS for the season and are 11-18 ATS at home. Their straight-up home record is 17-12. Currently, their average scoring differential at home is +0.3 PPG.</p>

<p>Against the spread, the Kings have lost five straight games at home and have an average scoring differential of +0.3 PPG. On the road, they are 20-14 ATS.</p>

<p>In their games this season, the Kings have averaged 236.1 points per game, which is slightly below today's O/U line of 237. Overall, their O/U record for the season is 33-29-1.</p><p>At home, the Kings are averaging 120.9 points per game this season, which is 7th in the NBA. Overall, they are 8th in the league in scoring at 118.2 points per game.</p>

<p>Sacramento's offense has been one of the most prolific three-point shooting teams in the NBA this season. They are 5th in made threes per game at 14.3 and are 4th in three-point attempts at 39 per game. However, their three-point shooting percentage is just 36%.</p>

<p>When it comes to two-point shooting, the Kings are 11th in the league in field goal percentage at 48%. They are also 4th in the NBA in two-point shooting percentage at 57%.</p><p>At this time, the Kings' defense is positioned 23rd in the NBA, permitting 117.9 points per game. In the terms of takeaways, Kings are causing 12.8 turnovers per game, ranking 17th in the league. They also enter the matchup ranked 29th in rejections, averaging 4 blocked shots each game.</p>

Milwaukee Bucks vs Sacramento Kings Betting Pick & Prediction 3/12/24

<p>At 7:30 ET tonight, the Boston Celtics (-231) will host the Phoenix Suns (+188) in a non-conference matchup. The Celtics are favored by 5.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 228.</p>

<p>Boston is currently on a three-game win streak and owns the best record in the Eastern Conference (51-14). The Suns (38-27) are 7th in the West, and 3rd in the Pacific Division.</p><h3>PHOENIX SUNS VS BOSTON CELTICS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Phoenix Suns +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Garden at 7:30 ET on Thursday, March 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHOENIX SUNS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 117-114 in favor of the Celtics.</li><li>Our projections have Jayson Tatum finishing with Jayson Tatum points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Celtics finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.3% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the Suns Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>In non-conference games, the Suns have gone 16-8 compared to 22-19 against Western Conference opponents. Their O/U record in non-conference games is 12-6-1.</p>

<p>Phoenix's ATS record for the season is 25-39, including 13-17 on the road and 12-22 at home. They have failed to cover the spread in their last three games on the road and are 7-10 ATS as the underdog.</p>

<p>On the road this season, the Suns are 17-13 straight-up and have won their last two games. In games against the Western Conference, they are currently 3rd in the Pacific Division and 7th overall.</p>

<p>Phoenix's O/U record for the season is 28-36-1. Today's line of 228 is lower than the season average of 231.3 points per game. In 45 of their games, the O/U line has been higher than 228.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Suns beat the Cavaliers by a score of 117-111. They were favored by 7 points in that game and are 32-16 as the favorite this season. The win improved their overall record to 38-27.</p><p>The Suns' offense is scoring 117 points per game this season, which is 11th in the NBA. On the road, Phoenix is averaging 117.1 points per game.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Suns have outscored the NBA scoring average in 56.9% of their games. In terms of pace, Phoenix is 15th in the league at 98.6 possessions per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to shooting, the Suns are 5th in field goal percentage at 49%. They are also 4th in true shooting percentage. Inside the arc, Phoenix is making 56% of their shots (9th).</p><p>The Suns' defense is presently ranked 16th in the league, allowing an average of 114.3 points per contest. For the season, Phoenix is ranked 22nd in fewest fouls per game. Team's are averaging 21.5 free-throws per game vs. the Suns and have an overall field goal percentage of 46.5%.</p><h3>Do the Celtics Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>In the Eastern Conference standings, the Celtics are in 1st place with a record of 51-14. Against other teams in the East, they are 33-7 and 18-7 against the West.</p>

<p>Boston has won three straight games and is favored by 5.5 points today. At home, the Celtics are 29-3 straight-up and 17-14 against the spread. Their average scoring margin at home is +15.4 PPG.</p>

<p>On the season, the Celtics have been favored in 62 of their 65 games. Their record as the favorite is 49-13, and they have gone 30-29 vs. the spread as the favorite.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Celtics defeated the Jazz by a score of 123-107. The O/U line for that game was 230, resulting in a push. Boston also covered the spread as 6.5-point favorites.</p>

<p>This season, the Celtics have an O/U record of 30-34-1. Their games have averaged 230.4 points per game, which is slightly higher than today's line of 228.</p><p>This season, the Celtics are one of the most prolific three-point shooting teams in the league, leading the NBA in both three-point attempts and makes. They are knocking down 38% of their looks from beyond the arc, which is 4th in the league.</p>

<p>Overall, the Celtics are 2nd in the NBA in scoring at 120.8 points per game. At home, they have been even better, averaging 123.4 points per contest.</p>

<p>When it comes to pace, Boston is 18th in the league at 97.8 possessions per game. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 10th at 48%.</p><p>At this time, the Celtics' defense is positioned 5th in the NBA, permitting 109.6 points per game. For the season, Boston is ranked 29th in fewest fouls per game. Team's are averaging 18.3 free-throws per game vs. the Celtics and have an overall field goal percentage of 45.0%.</p>

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<p>The Wild and Jets are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Jets will host the game at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, MB. The over/under for this game is set at 5.5 goals, and the Jets are favored by -1.5 against the Wild in a Central division matchup.</p><h3>MINNESOTA WILD VS WINNIPEG JETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Winnipeg Jets -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Canada Life Centre at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WINNIPEG JETS:</h3><ul><li>The Jets enter this game as 1.5-goal favorites and in our projections and we anticipate them winning by a score of 4-3.</li><li>Take the Jets on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Wild (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Wild Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>With a 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs, the Wild improved to 20-9-4. Minnesota was favored on the puck line, but didn’t 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 netted the game-winner at 2:14 in overtime.</p><p>Ryan Hartman netted his third goal of the season, scoring 9:41 into the first period. Matt Boldy followed with his sixth goal, which came 2:14 into overtime to secure the win. Jared Spurgeon contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to three.</p> <p>The Wild fired 33 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the second and third periods. They finished with 15 giveaways and were unable to convert on any power play opportunities.</p><p>Defensively, the Wild will look to build off their last performance, where they gave up just one goal to Toronto. Filip Gustavsson recorded 27 saves with a 96.4% save percentage, and the defense added 7 takeaways and 22 hits. The only goal they allowed came on a Maple Leafs power play late in the first period.</p><h3>Can the Jets Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>With a 7-4 win over the Lightning, the Jets improved to 23-10-1. Winnipeg covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 11 goals easily surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Winnipeg fell behind 2-0 in the first period, but seven different players scored to help the Jets come back. The Jets took the lead for good with 12:22 left in the third period.</p><p>Winnipeg's offense was firing on all cylinders in their 7-4 win over Tampa Bay, with each of their seven goals coming from a different player. Vladislav Namestnikov got things started with his 3rd goal of the season, while Alex Iafallo added his 1st on a power play. Nikolaj Ehlers netted his 9th, including an empty-netter, and Cole Perfetti closed out the scoring with his 4th, also on an empty net.</p> <p>The Jets took 34 shots on goal and recorded 10 assists. Josh Morrissey picked up his 13th assist on Perfetti’s empty-netter, while Mark Scheifele earned his 10th assist on Ehlers’ goal. Dylan Samberg scored his 3rd goal of the season, and Logan Stanley found the net for the first time this year.</p><p>Winnipeg's defense got off to a rough start, allowing two goals in the first period and another in the third, which tied the game at 4-4. However, they held firm after that, helping the Jets to a 7-4 win. Connor Hellebuyck made 26 saves with an 86.7% save percentage, while the defense recorded 5 takeaways and 31 hits.</p>

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

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

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

<p>ESPN+ will be covering the week seven matchup between the Akron Zips and Western Michigan Broncos, set to kick off at 3:30 ET from Waldo Stadium in Kalamazoo. The Broncos are the -9.5-point favorites at home, with the over/under line currently at 53.5 points. Akron enters the game with a 1-5 record, while Western Michigan is 2-3 on the season.</p><h3>AKRON ZIPS VS WESTERN MICHIGAN BRONCOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Akron Zips +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Waldo Stadium at 3:30 ET on Saturday, October 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE AKRON ZIPS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Western Michigan Broncos winning this one by a score of 30 to 27</li><li>Even though we like the Western Michigan Broncos to win, our ATS pick is to take the Akron Zips at +9.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 53.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Akron Zips Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Akron enters Week 7 with a 1-5 record against Western Michigan. They are ranked 129th in our CFB power rankings and have just a 1.3% chance of reaching bowl eligibility this season.</p> <p></p><p>The Zips have been underdogs in all six games, with an average scoring margin of -22.8 points per game. Their ATS record stands at 2-3, and they are 1-3 against the spread on the road and 1-0 at home.</p> <p></p><p>This week’s over/under line is 53.5 points, compared to an average line of 46.9 points for Akron’s games. Their over/under record is 3-2, with their games averaging 53.2 points.</p><p>Akron’s offense has struggled this season, ranking 114th in our offensive power rankings and averaging just 15.2 points per game, which places them 92nd nationally. Their third-down conversion rate is only 28.7%, and they are 118th in rushing, with just 68 yards per game on the ground. Quarterback Ben Finley has thrown for 1,061 yards, with a passer rating of 74, and has seven touchdowns to six interceptions.</p> <p>Akron is 10th in passing attempts, averaging 34.5 per game, and 15th in completions, with 21 per game. They are 78th in passing yards, averaging 194.2 yards per game. Adrian Norton leads the team with 373 receiving yards and three touchdowns. He is averaging 18 yards per catch.</p><p>Akron's defense has struggled this season, allowing 38 points per game. In their recent game against Bowling Green, they gave up 27 points, including three rushing touchdowns, while allowing 389 total yards, with 268 yards coming through the air.</p> <p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 196 rushing yards per game against Akron, and quarterbacks have posted a 114.3 passer rating, completing 65.9% of their throws. On average, Akron’s defense has faced 40.2 rushing attempts and 26.8 passes per game this season.</p><h3>Are The Western Michigan Broncos Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Western Michigan enters Week 7 with a 2-3 record, facing Akron at home. They are ranked 110th in our power rankings but have a 54.9% chance of becoming bowl-eligible. The Broncos have yet to play at home this season, going 1-3 on the road.</p> <p></p><p>Western Michigan’s average scoring margin is -9.2 points per game, and they are 1-3 against the spread. They’ve been favored in just one game this season, and their ATS record as the favorite is 0-1.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is 53.5 points. Western Michigan’s games have averaged 64.4 points, with an average over/under line of 55.6 points. Their over/under record is 2-2.</p><p>Western Michigan’s offense is averaging 27.6 points per game, ranking 56th in the nation, and they are 51st in our offensive power rankings heading into week 7. Their ground game has been the focal point, with 186.4 rushing yards per game on 36.6 attempts. Jaden Nixon leads the rushing attack with 484 yards, averaging 7 yards per carry, and has scored six touchdowns.</p> <p>Quarterback Hayden Wolff has thrown for 907 yards, completing 69.7% of his passes with seven touchdowns and two interceptions. He has a passer rating of 108. Western Michigan ranks 105th in passing yards per game and converts just 32.8% of their third-down attempts. Anthony Sambucci leads the receivers with 286 yards and two touchdowns.</p><p>Western Michigan's defense has struggled this season, giving up an average of 36.8 points per game. In their recent matchup against Ball State, they allowed 42 points but managed to secure a win thanks to two interceptions. The defense was strong against the run, allowing just 71 rushing yards, but they gave up 329 yards and four touchdowns through the air.</p><p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 244.8 passing yards per game against Western Michigan, completing 64.7% of their passes. The defense has faced the 49th fewest passing attempts in the country but has allowed 185.4 rushing yards per game, ranking 134th nationally.</p>

Akron Zips vs Western Michigan Broncos Betting Pick & Prediction 10/12/24

<p>At 2:15 PM from Busch Stadium in St. Louis, we have an NL Central matchup between the Brewers and Cardinals. Heading into Sunday's game, the Brewers have a record of 13-6, while the Cardinals are 9-12. Milwaukee is currently in first place in the NL Central.</p>

<p>Looking at the odds, the over/under line is at 7.5 runs, and the Cardinals are the favorite at -161. Sonny Gray will start for St. Louis, and he is facing off against Colin Rea for the Brewers. You can catch this one on BSMW.</p><h3>MILWAUKEE BREWERS VS ST. LOUIS CARDINALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Brewers Moneyline +136</p><p>This game will be played at Busch Stadium at 2:15 ET on Sunday, April 21st.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE BREWERS VS CARDINALS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Brewers winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Brewers to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Despite coming in as the slight underdogs on the road, the Brewers picked up a 12-5 win over the Cardinals in the most recent game of this series. Milwaukee's offense got off to a fast start, scoring two runs in the first and adding four more in the 2nd. On the other side, the Cardinals got on the board with one run in the 4th and added their final four runs in the 5th.</p>

<p>DL Hall only went 3 2/3 innings for the Brewers but gave up just four hits and struck out three without giving up a run. He picked up the win in the game, while Miles Mikolas struggled on the mound for the Cardinals, giving up five earned runs in 4 2/3 innings of work.</p>

<p>Rhys Hoskins and Jackson Chourio each homered for the Brewers, while William Contreras went 3/6 with two runs scored and an RBI. Willy Adames also had a two-hit game and drove in two runs.</p><h3>Brewers Records & Stats</h3><p>Milwaukee heads into today's game in St. Louis, having won three straight games. In the NL Central, they are just ahead of the Cubs by one game, with a division record of 4-1. Their overall record is currently 13-6.</p>

<p>On the road, the Brewers have been excellent so far, putting together a record of 9-2. And when coming into a game as the underdog on the road, they are 7-1 this season. Their series record is 4-1-1.</p><p>When the Brewers win, they win big, with an average run margin of 3.8 runs per game. They are 9-10 on the run line this season, but 8-3 on the road. They have been the underdog in 10 games and are 7-3 in those games. Their run line record at home is just 1-7.</p><p>When the Milwaukee Brewers and St. Louis Cardinals play, the over/under line is typically set high. In 78.9% of their games, the line has been set at 7.5 or higher. The combined run average in their games is 10.1, and the over/under record for the Brewers this season is 13-6. Today's over/under line is set at 7.5 runs, and the over has hit in two of the three games this season when the line has been set at 7.5 runs.</p><p>Colin Rea is getting the start for the Brewers on the road against the Cardinals. He has started 3 games so far this season, picking up a win in his last outing against the Mariners. In that game, he went 6 innings, giving up just 1 earned run. He also has a win against the Mets and a no-decision vs. the Orioles.</p><p>For the Brewers, we like Rhys Hoskins to have a good game at the plate. He has the highest home run projection on the team and the 6th best in the league today. Willy Adames is our 3rd best projected hitter in terms of total hits and has the 8th best home run projection in the league. William Contreras is our top projected hitter in terms of total hits, and his home run projection is 12th best in the league today. Sal Frelick is our 2nd best projected hitter in terms of total hits.</p><h3>Cardinals Records & Stats</h3><p>As the Cardinals are at home today vs. the Brewers, they are looking to snap a three-game losing streak, as they dropped the final three games of their series with the Brewers. In the NL Central, they are currently in 5th place, five games behind the Brewers.</p>

<p>So far, the Cardinals have been the favorite in eight of their games, and they have gone 4-4 in those contests. As the underdog, they are 5-8 this season. At home, they are 3-5 and 6-7 on the road.</p><p>St. Louis is 12-9 against the run line this season, including a 5-3 mark at home. The Cardinals have been the underdog in 13 of their 21 games and are 9-4 against the run line in those contests. Their average run differential in wins is +2.4, compared to -3.2 in losses.</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals games have had an average of 8.0 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 8-12. The average over/under line in their games is 8 runs, and when the line is set at 7.5 runs, the over/under record is 0-4. Overall, 76.2% of their games have had over/under lines set higher than 7.5 runs, and only 4.8% have had lines set lower.</p><p>Sonny Gray has been solid in his first two starts of the season, picking up wins in both outings. He went 5 innings in his first start, and then followed that up with a 6 inning outing in which he struck out 6 batters. Gray has yet to allow an earned run this season, and he will be taking on the Brewers at home today.</p><p>If you're looking for some Cardinals players to bet on for individual performances, we have a few options for you. Nolan Arenado is our 2nd highest projected player in terms of total hits, and he has the 4th best odds on the team to hit a home run. Willson Contreras has the 11th best odds in the league to hit a home run today, and his odds are 2nd best on the Cardinals. If you're looking for a Cardinals player to hit a home run, Nolan Gorman is our top pick, as he has the 9th best odds in the league. Brendan Donovan has the best odds to lead the Cardinals in hits today, and his total hits projection is 24th best in the league.</p>

Milwaukee Brewers vs St. Louis Cardinals Betting Pick & Prediction 4/21/24

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

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

<p>The Jets and Kraken are set to face off at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The Kraken will host the game at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, WA. In this Western matchup, the Jets are favored by -1.5 goals against the Kraken. The over/under for the game is 5.5 goals.</p><h3>WINNIPEG JETS VS SEATTLE KRAKEN BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Seattle Kraken +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Climate Pledge Arena at 10:00 ET on Friday, March 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SEATTLE KRAKEN:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-3 win for the Kraken.</li><li>We like the Kraken on the moneyline (+108)</li><li>The Kraken are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Does Winnipeg Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p><p>Heading into today's game, the Jets hold a record of 39-17-5, placing them 2nd in the Central Division and 3rd in the Western Conference. Over their last ten games, Winnipeg has gone 7-3 and they have won two straight games on the road.</p>

<p>On the year, the Jets have been favored in 42 of their 61 games, and they have gone 31-8-3 in those games. When playing on the road, Winnipeg has gone 18-9-3, and they have won two straight games away from home.</p></p><p>On the season, the Jets have gone 32-29 against the puck line, including a road mark of 15-15. In their last ten games, the team's puck line record is 5-5, and they have gone 21-21 against the puck line when favored.</p>

<p>So far this year, Winnipeg has 27 wins by multiple goals compared to just 12 by a single goal. The team's average scoring margin this season is +.7 goals per game, and their average scoring margin on the road is +.4 goals per contest.</p> <p>The average goal total for Winnipeg's games is sitting at 5.5. The average over/under line for the season is 6. The Jets come in with an over/under record of 23-31-7.</p><p>Winnipeg has played well in their previous three road games, going 2-1 straight up. In this stretch, they averaged 3 goals per game while allowing 3. The team also performed well vs the puck line at 2-1.</p><p>On the offensive side, the Jets are scoring an 3.1 goals per game this season, ranking 19th in the NHL. When it came to shots on target per game, they are 20th in the league. This season, the Jets are 17-10 when getting more shots on goal than their opponents. And in games with fewer shots on goal, they have a 21-7 record.</p><p>Winnipeg's leading goal scorer is Kyle Connor. So far this season, he has 26 goals, placing him 30th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Connor has 18 assists this season.</p><p>Seattle defense takes on the Jets ranked 16th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are averaging 29.8 shots per game against Seattle. They also are 18th in shutouts, with 3 shutouts.</p><p>Heading into this matchup vs. Seattle, goalie Laurent Brossoit has started 16 games in this season. His current record is 10-4, and his save percentage stands at 0.426%.</p><h3>Will Seattle Win at Home?</h3><p><p>At 67 points, the Seattle Kraken sit 10th in the Western Conference and 6th in the Pacific Division. Over their last ten games, they have gone 7-3 and have won two straight games as the underdog. For the season, Seattle has gone 28-23-11 and are 16-18-7 as the underdog.</p>

<p>Playing at home, the Kraken have gone 14-11-5 this season and are 12-5-4 when favored. In the Western Conference, Seattle has gone 13-20 and has gone 4-1 over their last five games.</p></p><p>Seattle comes into this game with a puck line record of 36-26 and a puck line record of 8-2 in their last ten games. So far this year, the Kraken have had 16 wins by multiple goals and 12 wins by just one goal.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Seattle has a puck line record of 27-14. In their last three games, the team has gone 3-0 vs. the puck line and 5-0 in their last five games.</p> <p>On average, Seattle's games have finished with 5.6 goals per game. The season's average over/under line stands at 6. In total, the Kraken come in with an over/under record of 27-31-4.</p><p>When looking at their past three road matchups, Winnipeg has an puck line record of 2-1 while averaging 3 per game. The team went 2-1 overall in these games.</p><p>Offensively, the Kraken come into the game at 2.8 goals per contest placing 28th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are in 25th position in the league. In terms of the Kraken's offense during power plays, they are 20th in power play goals and 19th in shorthanded goals.</p><p>The leading scorer for Seattle's offense is Jared McCann. Coming into the game he has 27 goals, ranking 26th in the NHL. McCann also comes into the game with 25 assists.</p><p>Defensively, the Kraken are currently 16th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 29.8 shots per game against Seattle. They also are 18th in shutouts, coming in with 3 shutouts.</p><p>Heading into this matchup vs. Winnipeg, goalie Philipp Grubauer has started 23 games in this season. His current record is 10-10, and his save percentage stands at 0.583%.</p>

Winnipeg Jets vs Seattle Kraken Betting Pick & Prediction 3/8/24

<p>Betting on today's Thundering Herd and Raiders game? Catch the action at Nutter Center in Dayton, OH, as the Raiders hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 151.5 points, and Wright State is favored by -5 against Marshall in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>MARSHALL THUNDERING HERD VS WRIGHT STATE RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Wright State Raiders -5</p><p>This game will be played at Nutter Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, December 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WRIGHT STATE RAIDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Raiders.</li><li>Not only will Wright State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Marshall Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Marshall dropped to 4-4 on the season after a 78-69 road loss to UNCW on Saturday. The Thundering Herd entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game finished just under the O/U line of 147.5, with a combined 147 points.</p> <p>Marshall trailed 44-34 at halftime but played a more competitive second half, outscoring UNCW 35-34. Despite the improved effort after the break, they couldn’t close the gap enough to pull off the upset.</p><p>Marshall's offense struggled from deep in their last game, shooting just 23.3% from three-point range (7/30) and finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 46.9%. Overall, they shot 40.6% from the field, with a stronger performance inside, hitting 55.9% of their two-point attempts (19/34).</p> <p>Free-throw shooting was also an issue, as the Thundering Herd connected on only 41.7% of their attempts (10/24). Sean Moore contributed 14 points and 16 rebounds, while Donovan Newby led the team with 18 points, despite missing all three of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Marshall's defense struggled to contain their opponent, giving up 78 points on 47% shooting. Inside the arc, they allowed 22 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 57% success rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Marshall held their opponent to 23% shooting, with just 4 makes on 17 attempts. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 22 free throws, shooting 81%.</p><h3>Will the Wright State Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>Wright State Raiders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Wright State improved to 4-5 on the season with an 80-72 road win over the Detroit Titans on Saturday, December 7th. The Raiders entered the game as 7-point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 152 went over the pre-game O/U line of 144.5.</p> 

<p>Wright State led 42-34 at halftime and matched Detroit’s 38 points in the 2nd half to secure the win.</p><p>Wright State's offense was firing on all cylinders, scoring 80 points with a field goal percentage of 57.1% and an effective field goal percentage of 65.3%. They hit 66.7% of their two-point attempts and 42.1% from beyond the arc, while also converting 84.2% of their free throws.</p> <p>Brandon Noel led the way with 26 points, shooting 84.6% from the field and 50% from three-point range. Jack Doumbia added 21 points and 13 rebounds, and Alex Huibregtse contributed 17 points and 6 assists.</p><p>Wright State's defense gave up 72 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field, hitting 28 of 67 shots. Inside the arc, they went 23/52, good for 44% shooting.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition shot 33%, connecting on 5 of 15 attempts. They also went to the free-throw line 16 times, making 11 for 68%. Wright State allowed 15 offensive rebounds.</p>

Marshall Thundering Herd vs Wright State Raiders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/11/24

<p>At 4:10 PM from PETCO Park in San Diego, we have an NL matchup between the Phillies and Padres. Heading into Sunday's game, the Phillies are 18-10 overall, and the Padres are 14-16. The over/under line is at 8.5 runs, and the Padres are the favorite on the money line at -132.</p>

<p>Michael King is starting for the Padres, and he is facing off against Taijuan Walker for the Phillies. You can catch this one on TV on ESPN.</p><h3>SAN DIEGO PADRES VS PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Diego Padres Moneyline -132</p><p>This game will be played at PETCO Park at 4:10 ET on Sunday, April 28th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE PHILLIES VS PADRES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Padres winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Phillies to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Philadelphia cruised to a 5-1 win over the Padres in the most recent game of this series. The Phillies had a huge 5th inning, scoring all five of their runs. As for the Padres, they scored their only run in the 8th. Heading into the game, the Phillies were at -104 on the money line.</p>

<p>Ranger Suarez pitched well for the Phillies in this one, going eight innings and giving up just one run. He finished the game with eight strikeouts and didn't issue a walk. Dylan Cease had a rough outing for the Padres, giving up five earned runs in six innings of work.</p>

<p>Alec Bohm and Trea Turner each had two hits and scored a run for the Phillies' offense. Bohm, Turner, and Eguy Rosario were the only three Phillies' hitters to have more than one hit.</p><h3>Phillies Records & Stats</h3><p>Philadelphia's overall record is 18-10 heading into today's road matchup vs. the Padres. The Phillies have taken the first two games of this series vs. the Padres and won their final two games of their series vs. the Reds. In the NL East, they are 1.5 games behind the Braves.</p>

<p>At home, the Phillies have gone 10-6 this year and are 8-4 on the road. So far, they have been really good in night games, going 10-4. As the favorite, the Phillies are 15-7 and 3-3 when they are the underdog. Looking at their overall series record, the Phillies are 4-2-2 this year.</p><p>Philadelphia has been a solid bet on the run line this season, going 14-14 overall. They have been even better on the road, going 7-5 against the run line. They have covered the run line in three straight road games and have a run line average of 1.5 runs per game away from home. The Phillies have been a run line favorite in 22 games this season, going 11-11 in those contests.</p><p>When the Phillies and Padres played on May 28, the combined run total was 6, which was under the 7.5 over/under line. The next day, the combined run total was 12, which was over the 7.5 over/under line. Overall, the Phillies' games have averaged 8.2 runs per game, and their over/under record for the season is 11-16.</p><p>Taijuan Walker is coming off a season in which he made 31 starts for the Phillies, going 15-6 with an ERA of 4.38. Last season, Walker faced the Padres twice, going 2-0 with an ERA of 2.25. For the season, he made 11 quality starts and allowed a total of 20 home runs. His strikeouts per nine innings was 7.19, while his walks per nine innings was 3.7. Last season, Walker made a total of 31 appearances and finished the season with a record of 15-6.</p><p>So far this season, the Phillies offense is averaging 4.5 runs per game, which is 15th in the league. They have been a better team at home, averaging 4.8 runs per game, which is 10th in the league. As a team, they are batting .253, which is 6th in the league, and are 3rd in the league in home runs.</p>

<p>Alec Bohm has been on a tear for the Phillies, going 20/37 in his last nine games with three homers and 15 RBIs. For the season, he is batting .354 with four homers and 26 RBIs. Kyle Schwarber leads the team with seven homers but is hitting just .190. Trea Turner and Brandon Marsh are also near the top of the league in home runs, with six and two, respectively.</p><h3>Padres Records & Stats</h3><p>San Diego is looking to snap their three-game losing streak today at home vs. the Phillies. The Padres are 3rd in the NL West, and they trail the Dodgers by 4.5 games for the division lead. So far, they are 8-8 in divisional matchups.</p>

<p>At home, the Padres are 6-10 this year and 8-6 on the road. So far, they are just below .500 at 14-16. As the favorite, the Padres have gone 9-8 and 5-8 as the underdog. San Diego's overall series record is 4-4-2, and they dropped the first two games of this series vs. the Phillies.</p><p>The Padres have been a .500 team against the run line, going 15-15, but they have been a much better bet on the road, going 11-3. They are just 4-12 against the run line at home, where they are being outscored by 0.9 runs per game.</p><p>San Diego has seen their games go over the total in 6 of the 10 games this season with an over/under line of 8.5. Overall, the Padres have played to an over record of 15-14 on the season. The over/under line for today's game is 8.5, which is the highest line of the season for the Padres. The Padres have seen their games go over the total in 4 of the 30 games this season with a total of 8.5 or higher, which is 13.3% of their games.</p><p>Michael King gets the start for the Padres today and will be looking to bounce back from a rough outing vs. the Rockies. In that start, he gave up four earned runs in 3 2/3 innings of work. King took the loss in the outing. Before that, he had given up at least one homer in three straight starts. King's ERA for the season is 4.11, along with a record of 2-2. Opposing batters are hitting .215 this season vs. King. He has made two quality starts this year. Per nine innings, King is averaging 5.28 walks compared to 9.98 strikeouts.</p><p>So far this season, the Padres offense has been one of the league's best, as they are 10th in scoring at 4.8 runs per game. They have been even better on the road, averaging 5.2 runs per game. San Diego's offense has been good at avoiding strikeouts and is also 5th in the league in walks. As a team, they are batting .253, which is 6th in the league.</p>

<p>Jurickson Profar comes into the game on a four-game hitting streak and has gone 6/21 in his last six games with a homer and five RBIs. For the season, he is batting .295 with three homers. Profar's 18 RBIs are the best mark on the team and 9th in the league. Leading the Padres in homers is Fernando Tatis Jr. (6), but he is batting just .243 for the season.</p>

Philadelphia Phillies vs San Diego Padres Betting Pick & Prediction 4/28/24

<p>Betting on today's Bulldogs and Aztecs game? Catch the action at Spokane Arena in Spokane, WA, as the Aztecs hosts this showdown at 9:40 ET on TBS. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 128.5 points, and San Diego State is favored by -5.5 vs. Yale.</p><h3>YALE BULLDOGS VS SAN DIEGO STATE AZTECS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Yale Bulldogs +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Spokane Arena at 9:40 ET on Sunday, March 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE YALE BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-71 in favor of the Aztecs.</li><li>Even though we have San Diego State winning straight-up, we like Yale at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 128.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bulldogs Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Today marks the 33rd game of the season for Yale, who currently have a 23-9 overall record. While on the road, the Bulldogs have gone 11-7, as opposed to their 10-2 record at home. To date, Yale has been solid in terms of covering the spread, sitting at 17-11-2. In their previous five games, they have a 3-2 record vs. the spread.</p><p>So far, Yale's games have averaged 142.1 points per game with the average over/under line being 142.3 points. Over the course of the last five games, the Bulldogs' games have averaged 141 points per game, along with an over/under record of 3-2.</p><p>The Bulldogs' offense wrapped up their last game with 78 points, aligning closely with their current season average of 75.2 points per contest. Danny Wolf is the current leading scorer for the team, with an average of 14.3 as they approach today's matchup. In addition, John Poulakidas brings a PPG average of 13.1 into the game.</p><p>At present, the Bulldogs' defense is nationally ranked 51st, allowing 66.9 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Yale's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 40.9% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 32.4% this season.</p><h3>Can the Aztecs Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>In their 36th game of the season, San Diego State will face off against Yale. The Aztecs currently have a 25-10 overall record. Of their 36 games, they have played 17 on the road and have a 9-8 record, while they are 15-2 at home. San Diego State's ATS record is currently below .500 at 14-20. Within that record, the team has gone 6-11 vs. the spread on the road and 8-9 at home.</p><p>Through 35 games, San Diego State has an over/under record of 18-16-0 with their games averaging a combined 141.7 points per game so far. Looking at the Aztecs' last three games, their over/under record is 1-2 with their games averaging 139 points per game.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the San Diego State offense tallied 69 points in a matchup against UAB. Their field goal percentage for the game was 43.6%, and they made 5 threes. The team's top scorer is Jaedon LeDee, who enters today's matchup with an average of 21.1, while Reese Waters also carries a PPG average of 10.1 into the game.</p><p>This season, the San Diego State defense has been impressive, holding the 43rd position in the country while permitting an average of 66.6 points per contest. The San Diego State defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 65 points and allowed UAB to connect on 5 threes.</p>

Yale Bulldogs vs San Diego State Aztecs NCAA Tournament Second Round Betting Pick & Prediction 3/24/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Tigers and Scarlet Knights game? Catch the action at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, as the Scarlet Knights hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on FS1. The over/under for this game is set at 152.5 points, and Rutgers is favored by -5.5 against Princeton in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>PRINCETON TIGERS VS RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rutgers Scarlet Knights -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Prudential Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Scarlet Knights.</li><li>Not only will Rutgers pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Tigers Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><h3>Princeton Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Princeton improved to 7-4 on the season with a 71-67 win over Monmouth on Tuesday. The Tigers were -14 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The combined points of 138 fell short of the O/U line of 146.</p> 

<p>Princeton led 30-29 at halftime and scored 41 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. They’ll look to build on this win as they move forward in the season.</p><p>Princeton's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 46.9% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 of 30 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.1%, thanks in part to their 68.4% shooting on two-point attempts (13/19).</p> <p>Abdi Bashir Jr. led the way with 26 points, hitting 5 of 10 from three-point range, while Xaivian Lee added 23 points and 6 assists. Blake Peters also contributed, going 4 of 8 from deep and finishing with 14 points.</p><p>Princeton's defense gave up 67 points, with their opponents shooting 46% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 13/19 shooting, which is 68%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Princeton's opponents went 10/30, hitting 33%. They also sent them to the line 23 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 65%. Princeton allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Rutgers Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><h3>Rutgers Scarlet Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Scarlet Knights improved to 7-4 on the season with a 66-63 win over Seton Hall on Saturday. Despite being favored by 10.5 points, Rutgers didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 129 fell short of the 134.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Rutgers trailed 33-27 at halftime but turned things around in the second half, outscoring Seton Hall 39-30 to secure the win.</p><p>Rutgers put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 53.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60.5%. They were particularly strong from beyond the arc, hitting 53.8% of their threes (7/13), while their free-throw shooting left much to be desired at 46.4% (13/28).</p> <p>Dylan Harper led the way with 24 points, connecting on 4 of 7 from deep and shooting 61.5% overall. Ace Bailey added 21 points, hitting 2 of 3 from three-point range and shooting 60% from the field. Rutgers managed just 5 offensive rebounds and finished with 7 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite giving up 63 points, Rutgers' defense struggled to contain their opponents, who shot 53% from the field. They allowed 23 made field goals on 43 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Rutgers gave up 7 three-pointers on 13 attempts, with their opponents shooting 53% from three-point range. The Scarlet Knights also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 28 times, where they made 13 free throws.</p>

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Miami Heat will travel to take on the Orlando Magic. The Magic (-159) are favored by 3 points over the Heat (+135) in this Eastern Southeast division matchup. The over/under line is currently sitting at 208.5 points.</p>

<p>Miami has dropped two straight games and is 13-12 on the season. The Heat are currently 6th in the Eastern Conference and 2nd in the Southeast Division. Orlando has lost three in a row and is 17-12 overall. The Magic are 4th in the East and 1st in the Southeast.</p><h3>MIAMI HEAT VS ORLANDO MAGIC BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Miami Heat +3</p><p>This game will be played at Kia Center at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MIAMI HEAT:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 140-86 in favor of the Heat.</li><li>Our projections have Tyler Herro finishing with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Heat finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.9% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Heat Chances on the Road</h3><p>The Heat dropped to 13-12 on the season after a 104-97 home loss to the Thunder on Friday. Miami entered the game as +1 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 201, falling short of the 217-point line.</p> <p>Miami went on a 12-0 run, turning a 58-51 deficit into a 63-58 lead, but the Thunder responded by outscoring the Heat 31-23 in the 3rd quarter. Miami tried to rally in the 4th, winning the quarter 27-23, but couldn’t close the gap.</p><p>In Friday's loss to the Thunder, the Heat managed just 97 points, shooting 43.4% from the field. Their three-point shooting was particularly poor, hitting only 30% of their attempts, with 12 made threes.</p> <p>Tyler Herro led Miami with 28 points, 12 rebounds, and 5 assists, shooting 45.8% from the field and 30% from deep. Bam Adebayo added 17 points and 10 rebounds, scoring 7 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters.</p><p>Defensively, the Heat tightened up in the 2nd and 4th quarters, allowing just 20 and 23 points, respectively, but it wasn't enough to overcome a 104-97 loss to the Thunder. Miami gave up 31 points in the 3rd quarter, contributing to the defeat.</p> <p>Miami allowed Oklahoma City to shoot 45% from the field, including 41% from three-point range, where the Thunder hit 14 threes. The Heat sent the Thunder to the line 17 times, with Oklahoma City converting 12 free throws. Miami finished with 9 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Will Orlando Win at Home?</h3><p>Orlando’s season record dropped to 17-12 after a 105-99 home loss to the Thunder on Thursday. The Magic entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs and managed to cover the spread. The combined score of 204 points fell short of the 209.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>A 12-0 run by the Thunder in the 2nd quarter put Orlando in a tough spot, as they were outscored 36-18 in that period. The Magic fought back, winning the 3rd quarter 28-17 and edging the Thunder 25-23 in the 4th, but couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>In their 99-point effort against the Thunder, the Magic shot 44.9% from the field and hit 31.4% of their threes, making 11 from beyond the arc. Anthony Black led the way with 23 points, knocking down 3 threes at a 50% clip and shooting 57.1% overall.</p> <p>Black scored 12 of his points in the 4th quarter, while Goga Bitadze and Tristan da Silva each added 7 points in the 3rd. Bitadze finished with 15 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the field, while da Silva also contributed 15 points, hitting 3 threes at 37.5%.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 3rd quarter, where they held the Thunder to just 17 points, the Magic couldn't overcome a tough 2nd quarter, giving up 36 points in a 105-99 loss. Overall, they allowed Oklahoma City to shoot 48% from the field.</p> <p>Orlando did a solid job defending the three, holding the Thunder to 32% shooting with 10 made threes. They also limited Oklahoma City to 16 free throw attempts, with the Thunder making 15. The Magic gave up 4 offensive rebounds while recording 6 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Pioneers and Jackrabbits. The game is starting at 8:00 ET on Summ, and it's hosted by the Jackrabbits at Frost Arena in Brookings, SD. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 161 points, and South Dakota State is favored by -8.5 to win at home against Denver.</p><h3>DENVER PIONEERS VS SOUTH DAKOTA STATE JACKRABBITS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Denver Pioneers +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Frost Arena at 8:00 ET on Thursday, February 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DENVER PIONEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Jackrabbits.</li><li>Even though we have South Dakota State winning straight-up, we like Denver at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 161 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Pioneers Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Today, Denver will face off against South Dakota State in their 29th game of the season. So far, they have a record of 15-13. When playing away from home, the Pioneers have a 5-10 record this year, while going 6-3 when playing at home. As of today's game, Denver has an ATS record of 11-12-1. Looking at their previous five games, the team is 2-3 vs. the spread.</p><p>Through 28 games, Denver has an over/under record of 18-6-0 with their games averaging a combined 166.4 points per game so far. Over the course of the last five games, the Pioneers' games have averaged 164 points per game, along with an over/under record of 3-2.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Denver offense ended with 77 points against North Dakota State. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 54% and made 6 threes. In terms of three-point shooting, the Pioneers offense has been good from outside, hitting 36% of their three-pointers on an average of 23.9 attempts per game. Their overall field goal percentage is currently 46%.</p><p>Currently, the Pioneers' defense holds the 327th rank in the nation, allowing 81.2 points per game. The Denver defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 71 points and allowed North Dakota State to connect on 6 threes.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Jackrabbits?</h3><p>South Dakota State has played 27 games so far this year and have a 15-12 overall record. In away games, the Jackrabbits are 5-7 this season while they have a 6-5 record at home. As of today's game, South Dakota State holds a 10-13 ATS record. Looking at their last ten games, South Dakota State has gone 2-3 vs. the spread.</p><p>Looking at their over/under performance through 27 games, South Dakota State has an over/under record of 13-10-0, with their games averaging 148.6 points per game on average. When assessing the Jackrabbits' performance in their last three games, their over/under record stands at 2-1, with their games averaging 151 points per game.</p><p>The South Dakota State offense is coming off a game where they scored 67 points against Kansas City. They posted a field goal percentage of 39.3% and connected on 7 threes. The South Dakota State offense has been looking to get up shots from outside so far this season, averaging 23.7 three-point attempts per contest. Overall, they have connected on 35% of their looks from outside this season.</p><p>The Jackrabbits' defense is presently ranked 189th nationally, allowing an average of 72.7 points per contest. In their previous game vs. Kansas City, the Roos finished with a field goal percentage of 38% and a total of 72 points vs. South Dakota State.</p>

Denver Pioneers vs South Dakota State Jackrabbits Betting Pick & Prediction 2/22/24

The emotions of 2020 have been overwhelming for a lot of people. Nothing has been the same and a lot of things will never be the same. That’s why the level of symbolism this week on the PGA Tour really means a lot. We know that the Houston Open means that the Masters is coming. Well, the Houston Open is this week and the Masters is next week.

Credit to all involved with the PGA Tour for making this calendar switch. The Vivint Houston Open will once again be the lead-in to the Masters. However, because it’s 2020 and nothing can be as we remember it, there is a venue change. The Golf Club of Houston will not host the event, rather the Memorial Park Golf Course will be the site of this year’s Houston Open. It’s a public course that costs $38 to play on weekends.

With a new course and a field of quality players on hand to iron out the kinks before the trip to Augusta National, let’s check this one out with the help of some odds from <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/mybookie"><strong>MyBookie Sportsbook</strong></a>.
<h3><strong><u>GOLF BETTING ODDS TO WIN THE 2020 VIVINT HOUSTON OPEN</u></strong></h3>
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<td width="295">DUSTIN JOHNSON</td>
<td width="295">+750</td>
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<td width="295">TYRRELL HATTON</td>
<td width="295">+1400</td>
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<td width="295">BROOKS KOEPKA</td>
<td width="295">+1800</td>
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<td width="295">HIDEKI MATSUYAMA</td>
<td width="295">+1800</td>
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<td width="295">TONY FINAU</td>
<td width="295">+1800</td>
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<td width="295">VIKTOR HOVLAND</td>
<td width="295">+2200</td>
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<td width="295">RUSSELL HENLEY</td>
<td width="295">+2500</td>
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<td width="295">SCOTTIE SCHEFFLER</td>
<td width="295">+2500</td>
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<td width="295">ADAM SCOTT</td>
<td width="295">+2500</td>
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<td width="295">SUNG-JAE IM</td>
<td width="295">+3300</td>
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<td width="295">SERGIO GARCIA</td>
<td width="295">+3500</td>
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<td width="295">JASON DAY</td>
<td width="295">+4500</td>
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<td width="295">LANTO GRIFFIN</td>
<td width="295">+5000</td>
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<td width="295">DOC REDMAN</td>
<td width="295">+5000</td>
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<td width="295">ZACH JOHNSON</td>
<td width="295">+5000</td>
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<td width="295">BRIAN HARMAN</td>
<td width="295">+5000</td>
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<td width="295">SI-WOO KIM</td>
<td width="295">+5000</td>
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<td width="295">SHANE LOWRY</td>
<td width="295">+5000</td>
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<td width="295">COREY CONNERS</td>
<td width="295">+5500</td>
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<td width="295">JORDAN SPIETH</td>
<td width="295">+6000</td>
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<td width="295">ALEX NOREN</td>
<td width="295">+6000</td>
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<td width="295">JAMES HAHN</td>
<td width="295">+6000</td>
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<td width="295">DENNY MCCARTHY</td>
<td width="295">+6000</td>
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<td width="295">ERIK VAN ROOYEN</td>
<td width="295">+6600</td>
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<td width="295">LEE WESTWOOD</td>
<td width="295">+6600</td>
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<td width="295">CAMERON DAVIS</td>
<td width="295">+7500</td>
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<td width="295">STEWART CINK</td>
<td width="295">+7500</td>
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<td width="295">TALOR GOOCH</td>
<td width="295">+7500</td>
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<td width="295">KEVIN STREELMAN</td>
<td width="295">+7500</td>
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<td width="295">J T POSTON</td>
<td width="295">+7500</td>
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<td width="295">PHIL MICKELSON</td>
<td width="295">+7500</td>
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<td width="295">HAROLD VARNER</td>
<td width="295">+8000</td>
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<td width="295">EMILIANO GRILLO</td>
<td width="295">+8000</td>
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<td width="295">WYNDHAM CLARK</td>
<td width="295">+9000</td>
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<td width="295">DYLAN FRITTELLI</td>
<td width="295">+9000</td>
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<td width="295">MACKENZIE HUGHES</td>
<td width="295">+9000</td>
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<td width="295">MARTIN LAIRD</td>
<td width="295">+9000</td>
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<td width="295">HENRIK STENSON</td>
<td width="295">+10000</td>
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<td width="295">AARON WISE</td>
<td width="295">+10000</td>
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<td width="295">MATT JONES</td>
<td width="295">+11000</td>
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<td width="295">CAMERON TRINGALE</td>
<td width="295">+11000</td>
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<td width="295">CHARLEY HOFFMAN</td>
<td width="295">+11000</td>
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<td width="295">BRANDT SNEDEKER</td>
<td width="295">+11000</td>
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<td width="295">ADAM SCHENK</td>
<td width="295">+11000</td>
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<td width="295">SAM BURNS</td>
<td width="295">+11000</td>
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<td width="295">KRISTOFFER VENTURA</td>
<td width="295">+11000</td>
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<td width="295">HARRY HIGGS</td>
<td width="295">+11000</td>
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<td width="295">MATTHEW NESMITH</td>
<td width="295">+11000</td>
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<td width="295">RUSSELL KNOX</td>
<td width="295">+12500</td>
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<td width="295">SCOTT PIERCY</td>
<td width="295">+12500</td>
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<td width="295">KEEGAN BRADLEY</td>
<td width="295">+12500</td>
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<td width="295">LUKE LIST</td>
<td width="295">+12500</td>
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<td width="295">HENRIK NORLANDER</td>
<td width="295">+12500</td>
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<td width="295">OLLIE SCHNIEDERJANS</td>
<td width="295">+12500</td>
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<td width="295">LUCAS GLOVER</td>
<td width="295">+12500</td>
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<td width="295">TYLER DUNCAN</td>
<td width="295">+12500</td>
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<td width="295">BEAU HOSSLER</td>
<td width="295">+12500</td>
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<td width="295">RORY SABBATINI</td>
<td width="295">+12500</td>
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<td width="295">DANNY WILLETT</td>
<td width="295">+12500</td>
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<td width="295">PADRAIG HARRINGTON</td>
<td width="295">+12500</td>
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<td width="295">MAVERICK MCNEALY</td>
<td width="295">+14000</td>
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<td width="295">SEPP STRAKA</td>
<td width="295">+14000</td>
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<td width="295">MAX HOMA</td>
<td width="295">+14000</td>
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<td width="295">FRANCESCO MOLINARI</td>
<td width="295">+14000</td>
</tr>
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<td width="295">ADAM LONG</td>
<td width="295">+15000</td>
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<td width="295">MARK HUBBARD</td>
<td width="295">+15000</td>
</tr>
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<td width="295">BRIAN GAY</td>
<td width="295">+15000</td>
</tr>
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<td width="295">CARLOS ORTIZ</td>
<td width="295">+16000</td>
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<td width="295">SCOTT STALLINGS</td>
<td width="295">+16000</td>
</tr>
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<td width="295">AUSTIN COOK</td>
<td width="295">+16000</td>
</tr>
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<td width="295">TOM HOGE</td>
<td width="295">+16000</td>
</tr>
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<td width="295">TOM LEWIS</td>
<td width="295">+16000</td>
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<td width="295">PAT PEREZ</td>
<td width="295">+17500</td>
</tr>
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<td width="295">CHARL SCHWARTZEL</td>
<td width="295">+17500</td>
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<td width="295">PATRICK RODGERS</td>
<td width="295">+17500</td>
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<td width="295">BRICE GARNETT</td>
<td width="295">+17500</td>
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<td width="295">DANNY LEE</td>
<td width="295">+17500</td>
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<td width="295">JUSTIN HARDING</td>
<td width="295">+17500</td>
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<td width="295">JHONATTAN VEGAS</td>
<td width="295">+20000</td>
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<td width="295">BRIAN STUARD</td>
<td width="295">+20000</td>
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<td width="295">GRAEME MCDOWELL</td>
<td width="295">+20000</td>
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<td width="295">PATTON KIZZIRE</td>
<td width="295">+20000</td>
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<td width="295">TROY MERRITT</td>
<td width="295">+20000</td>
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<td width="295">RYAN ARMOUR</td>
<td width="295">+20000</td>
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<td width="295">CHRIS KIRK</td>
<td width="295">+20000</td>
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<td width="295">BRANDEN GRACE</td>
<td width="295">+20000</td>
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<td width="295">ROBBY SHELTON</td>
<td width="295">+20000</td>
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<td width="295">ANDREW LANDRY</td>
<td width="295">+22500</td>
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<td width="295">HUDSON SWAFFORD</td>
<td width="295">+25000</td>
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<td width="295">ANDREW PUTNAM</td>
<td width="295">+25000</td>
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<td width="295">C T PAN</td>
<td width="295">+25000</td>
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<td width="295">KEVIN CHAPPELL</td>
<td width="295">+25000</td>
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<td width="295">WILL GORDON</td>
<td width="295">+25000</td>
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<td width="295">KEITH MITCHELL</td>
<td width="295">+25000</td>
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<td width="295">JASON DUFNER</td>
<td width="295">+25000</td>
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<td width="295">MICHAEL THOMPSON</td>
<td width="295">+25000</td>
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<td width="295">VAUGHN TAYLOR</td>
<td width="295">+27500</td>
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<td width="295">JOHN HUH</td>
<td width="295">+27500</td>
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<td width="295">SCOTT HARRINGTON</td>
<td width="295">+27500</td>
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<td width="295">NATE LASHLEY</td>
<td width="295">+30000</td>
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<td width="295">SUNG-HOON KANG</td>
<td width="295">+30000</td>
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<td width="295">SEAN OHAIR</td>
<td width="295">+30000</td>
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<td width="295">CAMILO VILLEGAS</td>
<td width="295">+35000</td>
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<td width="295">KYOUNG-HOON LEE</td>
<td width="295">+35000</td>
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<td width="295">KEVIN TWAY</td>
<td width="295">+35000</td>
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<td width="295">SAM RYDER</td>
<td width="295">+40000</td>
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<td width="295">BO HOAG</td>
<td width="295">+40000</td>
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<td width="295">LUKE DONALD</td>
<td width="295">+40000</td>
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<td width="295">DAWIE VAN DER WALT</td>
<td width="295">+40000</td>
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<td width="295">JIMMY WALKER</td>
<td width="295">+40000</td>
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<td width="295">SATOSHI KODAIRA</td>
<td width="295">+40000</td>
</tr>
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<td width="295">KELLY KRAFT</td>
<td width="295">+40000</td>
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<td width="295">GRAYSON MURRAY</td>
<td width="295">+40000</td>
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<td width="295">JAMIE LOVEMARK</td>
<td width="295">+50000</td>
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<td width="295">SCOTT BROWN</td>
<td width="295">+50000</td>
</tr>
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<td width="295">GRAHAM DELAET</td>
<td width="295">+60000</td>
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<td width="295">TED POTTER</td>
<td width="295">+75000</td>
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<td width="295">HUNTER MAHAN</td>
<td width="295">+75000</td>
</tr>
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<td width="295">BO VAN PELT</td>
<td width="295">+100000</td>
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<td width="295">MICHAEL KIM</td>
<td width="295">+100000</td>
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<td width="295">K J CHOI</td>
<td width="295">+100000</td>
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<td width="295">KYLE HOGAN</td>
<td width="295">+100000</td>
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<td width="295">GREG CHALMERS</td>
<td width="295">+150000</td>
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<td width="295">D A POINTS</td>
<td width="295">+150000</td>
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<td width="295">BEN WILLMAN</td>
<td width="295">+200000</td>
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<td width="295">MARTIN TRAINER</td>
<td width="295">+200000</td>
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<td width="295">KEVIN STADLER</td>
<td width="295">+200000</td>
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This is arguably the most top-heavy field we’ve had on the PGA Tour in quite some time. Dustin Johnson is out to shake off some COVID rust and he’s the deserving favorite at +750. Tyrrell Hatton has played well all over the world over the last few months, but the gap from +750 to +1400 seems pretty significant. Hatton probably gets down around +1200.

Brooks Koepka, Hideki Matsuyama, and Tony Finau are all +1800. Koepka has been nursing an injury. Finau, too, was out for a bit, but with COVID-19. The low prices are a mix of up-and-comers and established, proven winners. That makes for kind of a fun field.
<h3><strong><u>The Field</u></strong></h3>
We don’t have a ton of big names on hand, but we have enough quality players to make a good field. Players had to weigh the risk/reward of being around this week and risking COVID in advance of the Masters next week. This course is not Golf Club of Houston, which many players say has some similar elements to Augusta National, so that has likely cut the participation down a bit as well.

A lot of guys that played and played well last week in Bermuda are on hand, including winner Brian Gay, runner-up Wyndham Clark, top-10 finishers Ryan Armour, Stewart Cink, Matt Jones, Denny McCarthy, Doc Redman, and Ollie Schniederjans.
<h3><strong><u>Course Profile</u></strong></h3>
Koepka was part of the consultants that worked on the redesign of this course to bring it up to PGA Tour standards, so he should know his way around. This course last hosted a PGA Tour event in 1963 and was very popular back then among the players. This municipal course welcomes 60,000 patrons per year according to the course’s official website.

It will play as a par 72 coming in around 7,400 yards. The course truly has been lengthened and does play a pretty good distance from the tips. The hope from tournament organizers is that they would find a way to make it play somewhat similar to Augusta in terms of thicker rough and some areas around the greens that will be cut down so that errant approach shots wind up on thinner grasses and run away from the hole.
<h3><strong><u>Yay or Neigh?</u></strong></h3>
Well, given that the last PGA Tour event here was in 1963, we don’t have much to say about horse for course angles. Sand players won’t like that the course went from 54 bunkers down to 20.

Tom Doak, who redesigned the course along with Koepka’s input, has never had a PGA Tour event played on one of his courses, so it would be hard to even find something comparable.
<h3><strong><u>The Handicap &amp; Picks</u></strong></h3>
In other news, we’re flying sort of blind into this event. When all else fails, look for iron players and guys that putt well. These are Bermuda greens instead of the Bentgrass we’ll see next week at the Masters, but Augusta National is well-known for very fast greens. Bermuda plays different than Bent, of course, but expect these to be as quick as tournament organizers can get them. That would bring proximity to the hole into play, so again, looking at iron and wedge players.

There are some long holes on this course and it would appear that they’ll favor players that hit a draw, as there are a couple dogleg lefts and some holes in which being on the left side of the fairway is beneficial. That would, of course, benefit somebody like Dustin Johnson the most.

DJ, though, is returning from a long layoff and a new course and bigger fish to fry on the horizon brings a lot of players into the mix.

Doc Redman is too big of a price at 50/1. He’s top 30 in both SG: Approach and SG: Off-the-Tee since the PGA Tour calendar flipped over. He’s 24th in SG: Tee-to-Green. Putting is always his problem, but putting will likely be a problem for most players this week with some new surfaces and different green complexes.

James Hahn just might be playing the best golf of his life. Hahn, who is 14th in SG: T2G and eighth in SG: Total this PGA Tour season, is 60/1. All Hahn has dude is finish fifth, sixth, and ninth in his last three events. He hasn’t played in a few weeks, so he’s probably been forgotten about a little but, but he’s borderline top-30 in ball striking and has been well on the plus side in putting.

To take a big price here, Ollie Schniederjans, who was not listed at time of posting last week, is +125000. Schniederjans finished third last week as he came over stateside after in the top 12 in four of his previous eight events on the European Tour. He did miss the cut in those four, but he seemed pretty comfortable in Bermuda last week.

Patrick Rodgers is another big roll of the dice this week at +17500. Rodgers has been pretty poor this season, except for being 34th in SG: OTT in his eight rounds. Last season, Rodgers was 11th in SG: Putting and 55th in SG: OTT. Approach isn’t his strong suit, hence the big price, but at 175/1, he’s worth a small wager.

Coverage of the Vivint Houston Open will be on Golf Channel.
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2020 Houston Open Golf Betting Odds & Picks

<p>The Pirates and Diamondbacks are set to face off in an NL matchup at 4:10 PM ET at Chase Field in Phoenix. Pittsburgh has lost two straight and is 3rd in the NL Central with a record of 52-52. Arizona, meanwhile, has won four in a row and is 3rd in the NL West with an overall record of 55-50.</p>

<p>The money line odds have the Pirates at -119 compared to the Diamondbacks at -102, and the over/under line is currently at 8.5 runs. SN PT is televising this one, and the Pirates are starting Mitch Keller, while the Diamondbacks have Yilber Diaz on the mound.</p><h3>ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS VS PITTSBURGH PIRATES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Arizona Diamondbacks Moneyline -102</p><p>This game will be played at Chase Field at 4:10 ET on Sunday, July 28th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE PIRATES VS DIAMONDBACKS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Diamondbacks winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Diamondbacks to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>It was all Arizona in the last game of this series, as the Diamondbacks took down the Pirates by a score of 9-5. The D-backs offense only had two more hits than the Pirates and struck out eight times, but still picked up a convincing win. Heading into the game, they were favored at -180 on the money line.</p>

<p>Pittsburgh got on the board first with one run in the first inning, but the D-backs responded with three runs in the 2nd and added two more in the 5th. As for the Pirates, they scored their final run in the 5th and added three more in the 6th, but it wasn't enough to complete the comeback.</p>

<p>Brandon Pfaadt got the win for Arizona, going six innings and giving up five earned runs. He finished the game with just four strikeouts and allowed one home run. Quinn Priester had a rough outing for the Pirates, taking the loss.</p><h3>Pirates Records & Stats</h3><p>Pittsburgh is at an even 52-52 overall, and they are 3rd in the NL Central, seven games behind the Brewers. The Pirates have dropped two straight games, with both coming in this series vs. the Diamondbacks. So far, they are 17-15 in divisional games.</p>

<p>At home, the Pirates are 26-26 this season, and they are also 26-26 on the road. As the road favorite, the Pirates have gone 9-6 this year, and they are 22-20 as the favorite overall. Pittsburgh has won four straight series and has an overall series record of 15-13-5 this year.</p><p>The Pirates have been a solid run line bet on the road this season, going 31-21. They have a run line record of 57-47 overall, and their average run differential is -0.1 runs per game. They have been a better run line bet as the underdog, going 42-20, compared to 15-27 as the favorite. Their average run differential in wins is +3.3 runs per game, while it's -3.5 runs per game in losses. </p>The Pirates have an over/under record of 47-56 this season, and their games have averaged 8.4 runs per game. When the over/under line has been set at 8.5 runs, they have gone over the total 20 times and under 14 times. Overall, 49% of their games have had lower over/under lines than 8.5 runs.<p>Pittsburgh is sending right-hander Mitch Keller to the mound today vs. the Diamondbacks. So far this season, he has made 20 starts and has a record of 10-5 with a 3.34 ERA. Keller's WHIP for the season is currently 1.25. In his 20 appearances, he has turned in 11 quality starts and is coming off an outing in which he went seven innings, giving up just one earned run. Keller has allowed a total of 13 homers this season. Looking back at his last three outings, he has finished with a no-decision in each one.</p><p>So far this season, the Pirates are averaging 4.1 runs per game, which is 22nd in the league. Overall, they are batting just .232, which is 18th in the league, and their team on-base percentage of .299 is also near the bottom of the league. One thing they do have going for them is that they have been swinging the bats better of late, with shortstop Oneil Cruz hitting .324 over his last nine games, with two homers and nine RBIs.</p>

<p>Bryan Reynolds has been the Pirates' top hitter this season, with a batting average of .288, and he is also 14th in the league with 61 RBIs. His 18 homers are also the best mark on the team. Cruz is 2nd on the team with 16 homers and 52 RBIs.</p><h3>Diamondbacks Records & Stats</h3><p>Arizona is 55-50 overall and trail the Padres by 1 game for 2nd place in the NL West. Currently, they are 6.5 games behind the Dodgers for the NL West lead. The Diamondbacks have won four straight games, and they have taken a 2-0 series lead vs. the Pirates.</p>

<p>At home, the Diamondbacks are 28-24 this season and 27-26 on the road. Arizona has won two straight games as the underdog, and they are 27-31 as the underdog overall. As the favorite, the Diamondbacks are 28-19 this year. So far, they have an overall series record of 16-13-4 and have won three straight series overall and four straight on the road.</p><p>Arizona has been a solid run line bet overall this season, going 55-50. The Diamondbacks have been a better bet on the run line on the road, going 31-22 compared to 24-28 at home. Arizona has been a profitable bet as an underdog on the run line, going 35-23. The Diamondbacks have a run line win streak as an underdog, covering in two straight games.</p>The Arizona Diamondbacks have played to an Over/Under record of 55-47 this season, with an average combined run average of 9.7 runs per game. When the O/U line has been set at 8.5 runs, their record is 20-14. In total, 41 of their games have had O/U lines set higher than 8.5 runs, accounting for 39.0% of their contests.<p>Yilber Diaz is getting the start for the Diamondbacks at home against the Pirates. He has started three games this season and is 1-1. In his last outing, he took a loss to the Royals, going 3 innings and giving up 7 runs.</p><p>Arizona comes into today's game as one of the league's most potent offenses, averaging 5 runs per game, which is 2nd in the MLB. They have been equally as good at home and on the road, averaging 5 runs per contest in both situations. Overall, they are the league's 4th best hitting team, with a combined batting average of .254.</p>

<p>Both Ketel Marte and Christian Walker have gone deep 23 times this season, which is 9th in the league. Walker has driven in 71 runs, which is 6th best in the MLB, and Marte is 8th in the league with 68 RBIs. Marte has been especially hot of late, going 8/18 in his last five games with four homers.</p>

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