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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Minutemen and Revolutionaries. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Revolutionaries at Charles E. Smith Center in Washington, DC. Get ready to place your bets! Massachusetts is favored by -7.5 in this Atlantic 10 conference contest against George Washington. The game's over/under currently sits at 158.5 points.</p><h3>MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN VS GEORGE WASHINGTON REVOLUTIONARIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: George Washington Revolutionaries +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Charles E. Smith Center at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, February 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGE WASHINGTON REVOLUTIONARIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-68 in favor of the Revolutionaries.</li><li>Not only will George Washington pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 158.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Massachusetts Come Through as Road Favorites?</h3><p>Massachusetts has been the favorite in 22 of their 27 games this season, and they have gone 15-7 in those games. On the road, the Minutemen have a record of 4-6, and they are coming off a 75-67 loss to St. Bonaventure.</p>

<p>For the season, Massachusetts has an average scoring margin of +1.7 on the road, and they have gone 8-7 in Atlantic 10 play. Overall, they are 17-10, and they have gone 9-3 against non-conference opponents.</p><p>When looking at Massachusetts' ATS record this season, they sit at 16-11. On the road, they have gone 6-4 vs. the spread this year. Over their last 3 road games, the Minutemen are 1-2 ATS and over their last 10 games as the favorite, they have gone 4-6 vs. the spread.</p><p>Massachusetts' over/under record this year is 14-12-1 and today's line of 158.5 is higher than the average over/under line in their games (149.7). So far, 19 of their games have finished with fewer points than today's OU line. In their last three games, the average scoring total is 143 points.</p><p>In contrast to their season average of 79.2 points per game, the Massachusetts had a below average performance. They scored 67 points against St. Bonaventure and had a field goal percentage of 40.4%. Currently leading the team in scoring is Josh Cohen who comes into today's matchup averaging 16.3. Matt Cross also heads into the game with a PPG average of 15.1.</p><p>Currently, the Minutemen's defense holds the 164th rank in the nation, allowing 71.6 points per game. On average, opposing teams are hitting 7.6 threes per game vs. George Washington. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 34.8%.</p><h3>Are the Revolutionaries Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>George Washington will look to snap their 10-game losing streak as they host Massachusetts. The Revolutionaries have gone 10-6 at home this season, compared to 3-7 on the road.</p>

<p>Over their last 10 games at home, George Washington has gone 5-5. In their last game, they fell to Saint Louis, 96-91.</p><p>As the underdog this season, George Washington has gone 6-7 vs. the spread. At home, their ATS mark is 6-10. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Revolutionaries are 4-6 vs. the spread.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for George Washington games is 15-11. Today's over/under line of 158.5 is higher than the average OU line in their games this year (149.9). Over their last five games, the average scoring total is 163 points compared to their season average of 157.3 points per game. During their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1.</p><p>In their latest game, George Washington's offense looked good, scoring 91 points against Saint Louis. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 51.7% and made 18/23 free throws. James Bishop led the scoring for the Revolutionaries, contributing 34 points. Additionally, Maximus Edwards chipped in with 19 points.</p><p>At present, the Revolutionaries' defense is nationally ranked 308th, allowing 78.8 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, George Washington's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 41.7% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 32.7% this season.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Mustangs and Rainbow Warriors game? Catch the action at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, HI, as the Rainbow Warriors hosts this showdown at 11:59 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 153.5 points, and Hawaii is favored by -7.5 vs. Cal Poly in a Big West conference matchup.</p><h3>CAL POLY MUSTANGS VS HAWAII RAINBOW WARRIORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Hawaii Rainbow Warriors -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stan Sheriff Center at 11:59 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HAWAII RAINBOW WARRIORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Rainbow Warriors.</li><li>Not only will Hawaii pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Cal Poly Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Cal Poly Mustangs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Cal Poly’s season record dropped to 5-9 after a 98-89 loss to UC Irvine on Thursday. The Mustangs, who were +8.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 187 exceeded the pre-game over/under line of 158.5.</p> 

<p>Cal Poly trailed 49-38 at halftime but tightened up defensively in the second half, allowing just 31 points while scoring 42 of their own. Despite the improved second-half performance, the Mustangs couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Cal Poly's offense put up 89 points in their latest game, shooting 41% from the field and 29.5% from three-point range (13/44). Their effective field goal percentage stood at 48.2%, with a strong performance inside, hitting 53.8% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>Devin Tillis led the way with 25 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 52.9% overall. Bent Leuchten added 24 points and 11 rebounds, while Myles Che contributed 22 points, hitting 56.2% of his shots.</p><p>Cal Poly's defense struggled, giving up 98 points despite holding their opponent to 41% shooting. The Mustangs allowed 34 field goals on 83 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Cal Poly's defense allowed 53% shooting, with their opponent hitting 21 of 39 two-point attempts. From three-point range, the opposition made 13 of 44 shots, a 29% success rate.</p><h3>Will Hawaii Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>Hawaii's season record fell to 6-5 after a 64-61 loss to UC Santa Barbara on Friday, January 3rd. The Rainbow Warriors were -2.5 point favorites at home but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Hawaii trailed 31-28 at halftime and matched UCSB's 33 points in the 2nd half. The total points for the game were 125, falling short of the 133.5 O/U line.</p><p>Hawaii managed just 61 points in their last game, shooting 44.2% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.2%, with a rough 21.4% from beyond the arc, hitting only 3 of 14 attempts. They connected on 52.6% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>Stephan Swenson led the way with 21 points and 7 assists, despite shooting 25% from three. Tanner Christensen added 15 points, shooting 60% overall, while Gytis Nemeiksa contributed 13 points and 8 rebounds, hitting 71.4% from the field.</p><p>Hawaii's defense gave up 64 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 44% from the field on 23 of 52 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 20 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 52% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Hawaii held their opponents to just 3 made threes on 14 attempts, a 21% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 12 shots, shooting 75%.</p>

Cal Poly Mustangs vs Hawaii Rainbow Warriors NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

The National Football League (NFL) is easily the most popular sport in the United States, especially when it comes to betting. NFL betting puts up the biggest numbers every single year, and bettors are always looking for new betting options.

The NFL was founded all the way back in 1920 in Canton, Ohio, and that is where the Hall of Fame is located to this day. There were only a handful of teams in the league when it first started, but it didn’t take long for the league to grow.

There are now 32 teams in the NFL, and the league is broken up into two conferences and eight total divisions. Since the league just continues to be more and more popular, the league has added an extra regular season game for each team to play in.

NFL teams now play 17 total regular season games, and then the top seven teams in each conference advance to the postseason. The NFL regular season begins in September, and the Super Bowl is now played during the month of February.

When it comes to the NFL, the Super Bowl is the event that draws the most betting attention. This league isn’t going away anytime soon, and it’s actually started to become more of an international competition.

This article will not only cover the best NFL betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but will also provide some tips on how to bet on the NFL.
<h3>Where to bet on NFL</h3>
Knowing where to find the best NFL sportsbooks is a big key if you want to have some success when wagering on this sport. Here are six of the best NFL sportsbooks to use, and all of them are going to be a little bit different.

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<p>At 8:00 ET, the Sacramento Kings (-231) will travel to take on the New Orleans Pelicans (+192) in a Western Conference matchup. Sacramento is currently favored by 6 points and has won two straight games. New Orleans is 5-20 on the season and has lost two straight.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans and can be seen on NBCS.</p><h3>SACRAMENTO KINGS VS NEW ORLEANS PELICANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Sacramento Kings -6</p><p>This game will be played at Smoothie King Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, December 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SACRAMENTO KINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 132-106 in favor of the Kings.</li><li>Our projections have De'Aaron Fox finishing with 25 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Kings finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.1% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Kings Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>The Kings improved to 12-13 on the season with a dominant 141-97 win over the Jazz on Sunday. Sacramento, who were -11 point favorites, covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game reached 238, just surpassing the O/U line of 235.</p> <p>After a close 1st quarter, the Kings took control by outscoring the Jazz 36-22 in the 2nd quarter. A 12-0 run extended their lead from 89-72 to 101-72, and they finished strong by outscoring Utah 36-23 in the final quarter.</p><p>In their 141-97 win over the Jazz, the Kings shot 57% from the field and hit 22 threes at a 50% clip. Kevin Huerter led the way with 26 points, knocking down 6 threes at 66.7% efficiency.</p> <p>De'Aaron Fox added 21 points, and Domantas Sabonis contributed 19 points and 12 rebounds. Doug McDermott scored all 18 of his points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>The Kings put together a strong defensive performance on Sunday, holding the Jazz to just 97 points. Sacramento gave up 23 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters and limited Utah to 22 points in the 2nd. The Jazz shot 38% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Utah hit 15 threes on 35% shooting. The Jazz also went 20/21 from the free-throw line. The Kings grabbed 34 defensive rebounds, allowing 9 offensive boards, and added 10 steals and 7 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Pelicans Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>The Pelicans fell to 5-20 after a 121-116 road loss to the Spurs on Sunday. New Orleans entered the game as +7 point underdogs and managed to cover the spread, though they couldn’t pull off the win. The total score of 237 points exceeded the pre-game O/U line of 223.5 by 13.5 points.</p> <p>New Orleans started strong, leading 34-28 after the 1st quarter, but a 43-point 2nd quarter by the Spurs, including an 11-0 run, put them in a hole. The Pelicans fought back, winning the 3rd quarter 25-21 and keeping pace in the 4th, but couldn’t close the gap.</p><p>Trey Murphy III led the Pelicans with 25 points and 6 rebounds in their 121-116 loss to the Spurs, hitting 4 threes at a 40% clip. CJ McCollum added 19 points and 5 assists, while Yves Missi contributed 18 points and 14 boards.</p> <p>New Orleans connected on 13 threes, shooting 34.2% from deep and 43.4% overall. Murphy scored 10 points in the 1st quarter and added 9 more in the 4th.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 3rd quarter, the Pelicans couldn’t overcome a rough 2nd quarter, where they allowed 43 points, leading to a 121-116 loss to the Spurs. New Orleans held San Antonio to 12 made threes on 30% shooting from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Pelicans sent the Spurs to the line 31 times, where they converted 25 free throws. New Orleans gave up 16 offensive rebounds but managed to record 9 steals and 8 blocks in the game.</p>

Sacramento Kings vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Pick & Prediction 12/12/24

<p>The Predators and Flames are set to face off at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The Flames will host the game at Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, AB. The Predators are the -1.5 goal favorite in this Western conference matchup against Flames. The over/under for the game is set at 5.5 goals.</p><h3>NASHVILLE PREDATORS VS CALGARY FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Calgary Flames +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Saddledome at 10:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALGARY FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-3 win for the Flames.</li><li>We like the Flames on the moneyline (-105)</li><li>The Flames are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Predators Deliver Being Favored on the Road?</h3><p>With a 5-2 win over the Avalanche, the Predators moved to 12-20-7 this season. Nashville covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the 7 total goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>The Avalanche scored first, but the Predators responded with five unanswered goals. All five of Nashville’s goals came from different players.</p><p>Nashville found the net five times in their matchup against the Avalanche, with all five goals coming from different players. Gustav Nyquist added his 4th goal of the season on an empty net, while Filip Forsberg netted his 7th, also on an empty net. Roman Josi picked up his first goal of the season on a power play, and Steven Stamkos scored his 2nd goal, also on a power play. Colton Sissons added his 1st goal of the year.</p> <p>The Predators fired 25 shots on goal and recorded 15 giveaways. Gustav Nyquist earned his 4th assist of the season, while Jonathan Marchessault added his 5th assist. Nashville was held scoreless in the first period before scoring twice in the second and three times in the third.</p><p>Defensively, Nashville will look to build on their previous performance, where they allowed just 2 goals to the Avalanche. Juuse Saros made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, while the Predators' defense added 4 takeaways and 23 hits. The only area they'd like to improve is scoring first, as Colorado made it 1-0 at 17:06 in the 2nd period and added another late goal at 2:17 in the 3rd.</p><h3>Do the Flames Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>Calgary fell to 18-13-7 after a 4-2 loss to the Oilers. The Flames were underdogs on the puck line and the total of 6.5 goals, with the combined 6 falling just short.</p> <p>After trailing 2-0, Calgary tied it up in the third period, but Edmonton pulled ahead with a power-play goal and sealed it with an empty-netter.</p><p>Calgary's offense managed only two goals in their 4-2 loss to Edmonton. Anthony Mantha netted his fourth goal of the season on a power play, while Yegor Sharangovich added his first goal of the year. The Flames took 31 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the first period.</p> <p>Calgary had 22 giveaways in the game and recorded three assists, with Tyson Barrie picking up his first of the season on Mantha’s power-play goal. The Flames’ first goal came 4:33 into the second period, and they tied the game 2-2 with a goal 4:28 into the third period.</p><p>The Flames' defense will be looking to bounce back after giving up the first two goals in their last game against the Oilers, including one just 20 seconds into the first period. After tying the game at 2-2, they allowed another goal 10:10 into the third period and a late empty-netter. Dan Vladar made 27 saves with a 90% save percentage.</p>

Nashville Predators vs Calgary Flames Betting Pick & Prediction 1/4/25

The National Basketball Association (NBA) was first founded all the way back in 1946 as that is when the first season was played. There were only a handful of teams in the NBA at that time, but it has continued to grow throughout the years.

The NBA is no longer just a league that is made up of the best basketball players in the United States as it is a league that has grown internationally as well. This league is now full of players from other countries as it is the best professional basketball league in the world.

Every NBA team plays 82 games during the regular season and the top 16 teams make up the NBA Playoffs. The league is split up into conferences and divisions, and there are eight teams from each conference in the postseason.

NBA basketball begins in October, and the NBA Finals take place every single June. This is a league that attracts plenty of attention, and NBA betting is extremely popular as well.

This article will not only introduce you to the best NBA betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but it will also give you some NBA betting tips.
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If you are wanting to do some NBA betting then you need to know where the best NBA sportsbooks are located. The sports betting industry just continues to get bigger and bigger, especially when it comes to online wagering.

It used to be that betting on the NBA was done either in-person or through a local bookie, but that is no longer the case. You are going to find some great options online, and here is a look at four of the best NBA sportsbooks that you are going to find online.

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<p>The Cougars and Seahawks are set to face off at 7:00 ET on NEC. The Seahawks will host the game at Spiro Sports Center in Staten Island, NY. The over/under for this game is set at 124.5 points, and Wagner is favored by -9.5 vs. Chicago State in a Northeast conference matchup.</p><h3>CHICAGO STATE COUGARS VS WAGNER SEAHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Wagner Seahawks -9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Spiro Sports Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WAGNER SEAHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-68 in favor of the Seahawks.</li><li>Not only will Wagner pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 124.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Staten Island Possible for the Cougars?</h3><p>Chicago State fell to 0-15 on the season after a 117-64 loss to Illinois on Sunday. The Cougars, who were +38.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 181 exceeded the over/under line of 150.5.</p> <p>Chicago State trailed 60-24 at halftime but managed to score 40 points in the 2nd half. However, they allowed Illinois to score 57 points after the break.</p><p>Chicago State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 37.3% from the field and 32.3% from three-point range, finishing with 64 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 44.8%, and they managed only 6 offensive rebounds and 10 assists.</p> <p>Tomislav Ivisic led the way with 23 points, hitting 3 of 4 from deep and shooting 75% overall. Gabe Spinelli added 20 points, connecting on 4 of 5 from beyond the arc, while Kylan Boswell contributed 18 points and a double-double with 10 rebounds and 10 assists.</p><p>Chicago State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 117 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 62% from the field. The Cougars couldn't contain the inside game, as the other team connected on 78% of their two-point attempts, going 26/33.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Chicago State allowed 15 threes on 33 attempts, a 45% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 28 times, where they hit 20 free throws at a 71% rate. The Cougars gave up 11 offensive rebounds as well.</p><h3>Can Wagner Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Wagner Seahawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Wagner fell to 4-5 on the season after an 80-66 home loss to Manhattan on Wednesday, December 18th. The Seahawks entered the game as -1.5 favorites but failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 30-29 at halftime, Wagner allowed 50 points in the 2nd half while scoring 37. The combined points of 146 exceeded the O/U line of 127.5.</p><p>In their last game, the Wagner Seahawks put up 66 points, shooting 36.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 45%. They hit 34.5% of their threes, going 10-for-29 from deep, and connected on 75% of their free throws, making 12-of-16 attempts. Wagner also grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists.</p> <p>Wesley Robinson led the way with 20 points, shooting 53.8% overall and 44.4% from three-point range. Will Sydnor added 17 points, hitting 50% of his threes, while Ja'Kair Sanchez contributed 16 points, shooting 53.8% from the field and 50% from beyond the arc.</p><p>Even though Wagner gave up 80 points, they held their opponent to just 36% shooting from the field, with 22 made baskets on 60 attempts. Inside the arc, Wagner's defense limited their opponent to 38% shooting, with 12 made two-point shots on 31 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Wagner's opponent connected on 10 of 29 attempts, shooting 34%. Wagner also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 12 free throws, shooting 75%. Wagner allowed 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Chicago State Cougars vs Wagner Seahawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/3/25

<p>The Fighting Illini and Boilermakers are set to face off at 8:30 ET on FS1. The Boilermakers will host the game at Mackey Arena in West Lafayette, IN. The over/under for this Big Ten conference contest is set at 153.5 points, with the Boilermakers being the favored team playing at home against the Fighting Illini.</p><h3>ILLINOIS FIGHTING ILLINI VS PURDUE BOILERMAKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Illinois Fighting Illini +10</p><p>This game will be played at Mackey Arena at 8:30 ET on Friday, January 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ILLINOIS FIGHTING ILLINI:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Boilermakers.</li><li>Even though we have Purdue winning straight-up, we like Illinois at +10.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Fighting Illini Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Illinois enters their 14th game of the season with a record of 11-2. In their last ten games away from home, Illinois has a 3-7 record, which includes games from last year. As of now, Illinois holds a 7-4-2 record against the spread heading into today's game. Their ATS performance for the season includes being 2-0-1 on the road and 5-4-1 at home.</p><p>Up to this point, games involving Illinois have had an average of 149.5 points per game, with the average over/under line set at 146.5 points. Their over/under record is 7-6-0. The Fighting Illini's have recorded an over/under record of 3-0 in their last three games, with their games averaging 169 points per game.</p><p>Illinois' offense is coming off a strong performance, scoring 96 points against Northwestern. They had an overall field goal percentage of 62.5% and made 16/20 free throws. Offensively, the Fighting Illini hold a season-long field goal percentage of 48%, placing them 62nd in the national rankings. When it comes to three-pointers, they are ranked 147th in terms of percentage and 64th in three-pointers made.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Illinois defense is giving up an average of 65.5 points per contest. In their most recent game, the Illinois defense struggled to defend the three-point line, as Northwestern knocked down 10 three-pointers on their way to 66 points.</p><h3>Is It the Boilermakers Game to Lose at Home?</h3><p>Purdue has a 13-1 record and is playing their 15th game of the season. All of the Boilermakers' games this season have been on the road. Purdue has an ATS record of 9-3-2, putting them above .500. In their last ten games, Purdue has gone 4-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>Up to this point, games involving Purdue have had an average of 152.4 points per game, with the average over/under line set at 147.2 points. Their over/under record is 9-5-0. Looking at the Boilermakers' last three games, their over/under record is 1-2 with their games averaging 136 points per game.</p><p>In their latest game, Purdue offense put up 67 points against Maryland. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 46.3% and made 9 threes. In terms of three-point shooting, the Boilermakers offense has been good from outside, hitting 38% of their three-pointers on an average of 21.5 attempts per game. Their overall field goal percentage is currently 49%.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Purdue defense is giving up an average of 67.0 points per contest. Against Maryland in their most recent game, the Purdue defense gave up a total of 53 points while allowing Maryland to hit 33% of their shots.</p>

Illinois Fighting Illini vs Purdue Boilermakers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/5/24

<p>ESPN is covering the action as the Ohio State Buckeyes and Oregon Ducks face off in the Rose Bowl, presented by Prudential, on Wednesday, January 1st, with kickoff set for 5:00 ET. The game is being played at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, and the Buckeyes are technically the road team. The Ducks are the higher seed in this College Football Playoff quarterfinal matchup. The Buckeyes are 11-2 this season, while the Ducks are undefeated at 13-0. The over/under line is currently 54 points, with Ohio State as the -2.5-point favorite. </p><h3>OHIO STATE BUCKEYES VS OREGON DUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oregon Ducks +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rose Bowl at 5:00 ET on Wednesday, January 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OREGON DUCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Oregon Ducks winning this one by a score of 31 to 26</li><li>Not only do we have the Oregon Ducks winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +2.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 54 points</li></ul><h3>Can The Ohio State Buckeyes Pick Up A Win At Rose Bowl?</h3><p>Ohio State enters the College Football Playoff quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl with an 11-2 record. They’ve gone 8-1 at home and 3-1 on the road this season. The Buckeyes have been favored in all 13 games, posting an 11-2 record as the favorite.</p> <p></p><p>Ohio State’s ATS record stands at 7-6, with a +24.6 average scoring margin. They are 5-4 against the spread at home and 2-2 on the road.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is set at 54 points. Ohio State’s games have averaged 47.4 points, with an average line of 50 points. Their over/under record is 6-7, with an average margin of -2.6 points.</p><p>Ohio State’s offense is ranked 4th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 11, averaging 36 points per game, which places them 11th nationally. Will Howard leads the passing attack with 3,171 yards and a passer rating of 118. He has completed 73.2% of his passes, throwing 29 touchdowns and 9 interceptions.</p> <p>Ohio State ranks 21st in passing yards per game, averaging 259.2 yards, and is 29th in completions. Jeremiah Smith has 1,037 receiving yards and 12 touchdowns this season. On the ground, Quinshon Judkins has rushed for 839 yards and 10 touchdowns.</p><p>Ohio State's defense has been a standout unit this season, leading the nation by allowing just 11.4 points per game. They also rank fourth in the country in passing yards allowed, giving up only 141.2 yards per game, and have held opposing quarterbacks to a passer rating of 64.4, the sixth-lowest in the nation. On the ground, they’ve allowed an average of 105.2 rushing yards per game.</p> <p></p><p>In their recent game against Tennessee, Ohio State’s defense gave up just 17 points, allowing 256 total yards. Tennessee ran the ball 39 times for 152 yards and completed 14 passes for 104 yards.</p><h3>Can The Oregon Ducks Take Care Of Business On A Neutral Field?</h3><p>Oregon enters the College Football Playoff quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl with a perfect 13-0 record. They’ve gone 7-0 at home and 5-0 on the road this season. Oregon has been favored in 11 of their 13 games, and they’ve gone 11-0 as the favorite. The Ducks have an average scoring margin of +18.2 points per game.</p><p></p><p>Against the spread, Oregon is 7-5 this season. At home, they are 4-3 ATS, while their road record is 3-2. As the favorite, the Ducks are 6-5 ATS, and they’ve covered in their only game as the underdog.</p><p></p><p>The over/under record for Oregon’s games is 6-6, with their average total at 53.7 points. This week’s line is set at 54 points, slightly above their average over/under line of 53.4 points.</p><p>Oregon enters week 1 ranked 2nd in our offensive power rankings, and they are 12th in points per game, scoring 35.9. Dillon Gabriel leads the offense with 3,558 passing yards, and the Ducks are 13th in passing completions, averaging 23.5 per game. They are 14th in passing yards, with 278 per game, and 7th in third-down conversions, converting 49.1% of their attempts.</p> <p>Gabriel has 28 touchdown passes and six interceptions, with a passer rating of 116. Oregon leads the nation in completion percentage, completing 73.6% of their passes. Jordan James has rushed for 1,253 yards and 15 touchdowns. Tez Johnson leads the receivers with 866 yards and 10 touchdowns on 78 catches.</p><p>Oregon's defense has been solid this season, ranking 14th nationally by allowing just 17.8 points per game. They’ve given up 128.1 rushing yards per game on 30.9 attempts and 175.7 passing yards, ranking 17th in the country. Opposing quarterbacks have a passer rating of 70.2 against Oregon, the 13th-lowest in the nation.</p> <p></p><p>In their latest game, Oregon allowed 37 points but also forced an interception. They gave up 325 total yards, including 189 rushing yards on 40 attempts, while holding Penn State’s passing game to 136 yards.</p>

Ohio State Buckeyes vs Oregon Ducks Betting Pick & Prediction College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl Presented by Prudential

<p>On the money line, the Ravens are -147 favorites as they host the Eagles at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore. The Eagles and Ravens will kick off at 4:25 ET on Sunday, December 1st, with CBS handling the television coverage. The Ravens are favored by -2.5 points in this week 13 non-conference matchup, and the over/under line is sitting at 50.5 points.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA EAGLES VS BALTIMORE RAVENS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Baltimore Ravens -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at M&T Bank Stadium at 4:25 ET on Sunday, December 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BALTIMORE RAVENS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Ravens winning this one by a score of 30 to 24</li><li>Not only do we have the Ravens winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -2.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 50.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Eagles Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>With a 9-2 record, the Eagles sit atop the NFC East and have a 96.3% chance of winning the division. They also have a 100% chance of making the playoffs. Philadelphia is on a 7-game winning streak, including a 37-20 win over the Rams in week 12. They covered the 3-point spread in that game, and the 57 combined points went over the 48.5-point line.</p> <p>Heading into week 13, the Eagles rank 5th in our NFL power rankings. They have an average scoring margin of +8.8 points per game and are 7-4 against the spread. They have covered in 3 straight games, including a 28-point win over the Cowboys in week 10 and an 8-point win over the Commanders in week 11.</p><p>Our offensive power rankings have the Eagles sitting 5th in the NFL, and they are 7th in points per game, averaging 26.9. They’ve been leaning heavily on the run game, leading the league with 37.2 rushing attempts per game and 193.4 rushing yards per game. Jalen Hurts threw for 179 yards and a touchdown in week 12, going 15/22 with a passer rating of 107. Saquon Barkley had a huge game, rushing for 255 yards on 26 carries, while A.J. Brown had 6 catches for 109 yards and a touchdown.</p> <p>Philadelphia ranks 3rd in the NFL in total yards per game, averaging 389.1, despite being 32nd in passing attempts. They are 25th in passing yards per game with 195.7. On 3rd down, they are converting 43% of the time, which ranks 7th in the league, but they are struggling in the red zone, with a conversion rate of just 11.6%, ranking 24th.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Eagles' defense came up with five sacks and held the Rams to an 0% third-down conversion rate. Despite giving up 198 passing yards on 24 completions, Philadelphia came out on top with a 37-20 win. The Eagles also allowed 92 rushing yards on 18 attempts and gave up two passing touchdowns.<p></p>Philadelphia's defense was tough on the quarterback, finishing with a +9 advantage in QB hits. The Eagles also limited the Rams to 290 total yards, and their two touchdowns came mostly in garbage time, with the Eagles holding a 28-3 lead in the third quarter.</p><h3>Will The Ravens Win At Home Over The Eagles?</h3><p>With an 8-4 record, the Ravens have a 99.3% chance of making the playoffs and a 56.8% chance of winning the AFC North. They currently rank 2nd in our NFL power rankings. Baltimore is 6-5-1 against the spread, including 6-4-1 as the favorite. Their O/U record is 10-2, with their games averaging 54.8 points per game.</p> <p>After losing to the Steelers in week 11, the Ravens bounced back with a 30-23 win over the Chargers in week 12. They were favored by 3 points and covered the spread. The O/U line was 51 points, and the teams combined for 53.</p><p>Heading into week 13, the Ravens lead the NFL in passing yards per game (246.5) despite ranking 28th in pass attempts. They also rank 3rd in 3rd-down conversions, converting 47% of their attempts, and are 2nd in red zone attempts, though they rank 30th in red zone conversion percentage. Baltimore is averaging 4.0 points in the 1st quarter, which ranks 16th in the NFL.</p> <p>Lamar Jackson posted a passer rating of 126 in week 12, completing 16 of 22 passes for 177 yards and 2 touchdowns without an interception. Derrick Henry rushed for 140 yards on 24 carries, and Zay Flowers led the team with 5 receptions for 62 yards.</p><p>The Ravens' defense played a big role in their 30-23 win over the Chargers, as they allowed just 202 passing yards and no touchdowns through the air. Baltimore's defense recorded four sacks and held the Chargers to a 35.7% third-down conversion rate. The Ravens also limited the Chargers to 83 rushing yards on 20 attempts.</p><p></p><p>Overall, the Ravens' defense allowed just 285 total yards in the game. They also won the QB hit differential by five and had two more tackles for loss than the Chargers.</p>

Philadelphia Eagles vs Baltimore Ravens Betting Pick & Prediction 12/1/24

<p>The Titans are the slight favorite in this one, with their money line at -112 and the Texans' at -108. The Texans and Titans will face off on Sunday, January 5th at 1:00 ET on CBS. The Titans are the underdog at +1, and the current over/under line is 38.5 points. This AFC South matchup is being played at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, TN.</p><h3>HOUSTON TEXANS VS TENNESSEE TITANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Texans -1</p><p>This game will be played at Nissan Stadium at 1:00 ET on Sunday, January 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON TEXANS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Texans winning this one by a score of 24 to 21</li><li>Not only do we have the Texans winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -1</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 38.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Texans Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>Despite a two-game losing streak, the Texans still hold a 9-7 record and sit atop the AFC South. Our projections give them a 100% chance of making the playoffs and winning the division. Heading into week 18, they rank 16th in our NFL power rankings.</p> <p>Houston has an average scoring margin of -0.6 points per game and is 6-9-1 against the spread. They are 4-6-1 ATS as favorites and 2-3 as underdogs. Their O/U record is 5-10-1, with their games averaging 44.2 points compared to a 45-point line.</p><p>Heading into week 18, the Texans are 22nd in our offensive power rankings, averaging 21.8 points per game, which ranks 17th in the NFL. They are 21st in the league in passing yards per game (209.9) and 19th in passing attempts, with 33.9 per game. Houston ranks 19th in rushing attempts and 21st in rushing yards per game, averaging 106.4 yards on the ground. The Texans are 18th in the NFL in 3rd-down conversion percentage and 11th in red zone attempts, converting 22.6% of their trips inside the 20-yard line.</p> <p>In week 17, the Texans struggled offensively, scoring just 2 points in a 31-2 loss to the Ravens. C.J. Stroud threw for 185 yards on 17/31 passing, with 1 interception and no touchdowns. He was sacked 5 times. Joe Mixon led the team in rushing with 26 yards on 9 carries, while Nico Collins had 3 catches for 59 yards.</p><p>In their most recent game, the Texans' defense gave up 251 rushing yards to the Ravens, contributing to a tough 31-2 loss. The Texans allowed Baltimore to run for 5.8 yards per attempt and 432 total yards. Despite giving up only 181 passing yards, the Texans allowed two passing touchdowns and 11 completions. Houston's defense struggled on third downs, allowing the Ravens to convert 44.4% of their attempts. The Texans only managed one sack and had a negative quarterback hit differential.<p></p><h3>Will The Titans Win At Home Over The Texans?</h3><p>The Titans have dropped five straight games, including a 20-13 loss to the Jaguars in week 17. This puts Tennessee at 3-13, leaving them 4th in the AFC South. Their playoff chances are now at 0.0%.</p> <p>Heading into week 18, the Titans rank 24th in our NFL power rankings. They have an average scoring margin of -8.8 points per game and are 2-14 against the spread. Their O/U record is 9-6-1, with their games averaging 45.9 points per game.</p><p>Heading into week 18, the Titans rank 30th in our offensive power rankings. They are 24th in the NFL in points per game (18.6) and 28th in passing yards per game (193), despite ranking 21st in pass attempts. Tennessee averages 303.6 total yards per game, which is also 28th in the league. On the ground, they are 15th in rushing yards per game (110.6) on 26.1 attempts per game.</p> <p>Mason Rudolph threw for 193 yards (19/31) with one touchdown and one interception in week 17 against the Jaguars. Tyjae Spears led the team with 95 rushing yards on 20 carries, while Calvin Ridley had 5 catches for 84 yards. The Titans scored 7 points in the 3rd quarter and 3 in the 4th, after being shut out in the 1st quarter.</p><p>In their 20-13 loss to the Jaguars, the Titans' defense allowed two passing touchdowns and struggled on third downs, allowing Jacksonville to convert 61.5% of their third down attempts. The Titans gave up 173 passing yards on 15 completions and allowed the Jaguars to complete 68.2% of their passes. They also struggled to stop the run, giving up 122 yards on 33 attempts.<p></p>Tennessee's defense did manage two sacks in the game but lost the battle in quarterback hits and tackles for loss. This was a tough loss for the Titans, as they held the Jaguars to just 295 total yards but still came up short.</p>

<p>Betting on today's Huskies and Hawkeyes game? Catch the action at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, IA, as the Hawkeyes hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on B1G+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 167.5 points, and the Hawkeyes are favored to win at home vs. the Huskies.</p><h3>NORTHERN ILLINOIS HUSKIES VS IOWA HAWKEYES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Northern Illinois Huskies +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Carver-Hawkeye Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, December 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTHERN ILLINOIS HUSKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-68 in favor of the Hawkeyes.</li><li>Even though we have Iowa winning straight-up, we like Northern Illinois at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 167.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Huskies Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>Northern Illinois is set to play their 12th game of the season and currently have a 6-5 record. In away games, the Huskies have a 2-3 record, while they have a perfect 2-0 record at home. Northern Illinois has a 5-2 record vs. the spread heading into today's game. This includes a 3-2 record on the road and a perfect 2-0 record at home.</p><p>Through 11 games, Northern Illinois has an over/under record of 5-2-0 with their games averaging a combined 160.7 points per game so far. The Huskies have seen their last five games conclude with a collective average of 147 points per game and an over/under record of 1-3.</p><p>The Northern Illinois offense is coming off a game where they scored 71 points against Monmouth. They posted a field goal percentage of 46% and connected on 5 threes. One area that the Northern Illinois offense has been good this season is getting to the line. Currently, they are 9th in free-throw attempts per contest. Overall, they have a field goal percentage of 47%.</p><p>At this time, the Huskies' defense is positioned 239th in the country, permitting 76.4 points per game. Northern Illinois' three-point defense is currently 71st in the country at 6.1 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 37.5% of their shots vs. Northern Illinois.</p><h3>Will the Hawkeyes Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Iowa has a 7-5 record through 12 games. In their last ten home games, Iowa has a 7-3 record, including last year. As Iowa prepares to face Northern Illinois, their against the spread (ATS) record stands at 3-6. In their last ten games this season, Iowa has gone 1-4 vs. the spread.</p><p>Through 12 games, Iowa has an over/under record of 6-3-0 with their games averaging a combined 163.9 points per game so far. In the Hawkeyes' last five games, the combined scoring average stands at 160 points per game, accompanied by an over/under record of 3-2.</p><p>Iowa offense recently wrapped up a game with a total of 65 points against Iowa State. In that game, they made 8/26 three-point attempts and achieved a field goal percentage of 38.6%. Currently leading the team in scoring is Ben Krikke who comes into today's matchup averaging 16.8. Payton Sandfort also heads into the game with a PPG average of 13.7.</p><p>At this time, the Hawkeyes' defense is positioned 222nd in the country, permitting 75.3 points per game. So far, the Iowa defense is giving up an average of 10.2 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 9.6 times per game (354th).</p>

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<p>Paul Skenes is starting for the Pirates on Monday, and he is facing off against Jake Bloss for the Astros. The money line odds have the Pirates at -152 compared to the Astros at +128. This interleague matchup is set for 8:10 PM ET from Minute Maid Park in Houston, and the Pirates are 3rd in the NL Central, while the Astros lead the AL West.</p>

<p>The over/under line is currently at 7.5 runs, and the under is favored at -109. This one figures to be a low-scoring affair, as the Astros have the best record in the AL West, while the Pirates are 3rd in the NL Central. </p><h3>HOUSTON ASTROS VS PITTSBURGH PIRATES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Astros Moneyline +128</p><p>This game will be played at Minute Maid Park at 8:10 ET on Monday, July 29th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE PIRATES VS ASTROS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Astros winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Astros to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Pirates Records & Stats</h3><p>Pittsburgh is coming off a game in which they needed extra innings to pick up the 6-5 win over the Diamondbacks. The Pirates scored four runs in the top of the 10th and then added another run in the top of the 11th to close things out. Heading into the game, the Pirates were the slight favorite at -102 on the money line.</p>

<p>Mitch Keller put together a good start for the Pirates, going seven innings and giving up just two earned runs, and picking up the win. Pittsburgh's offense was carried by Oneil Cruz, who went 1/3 with a homer and three RBIs.</p><p>Pittsburgh is 53-52 overall and trails the Brewers in the NL Central by seven games. The Pirates will be on the road for today's game vs. the Astros, and they are 17-15 against other teams in the NL Central. They are currently 3rd in the division, one game behind the Cardinals.</p>

<p>At home, the Pirates are an even 26-26 this year, and they have been slightly better on the road, going 27-26. So far, they have been good as the road favorite, going 9-6, and they are 22-20 as the favorite overall. As for their series record, the Pirates are 15-14-5 this year, and they dropped their most recent series vs. the Diamondbacks.</p><p>When the Pirates win, they win big, with an average run margin of 3.3 runs per game. But when they lose, they lose by an average of 3.5 runs per game. Their run line record is 58-47, and they are 32-21 against the run line on the road. They are 43-20 against the run line as an underdog.</p><p>The Pittsburgh Pirates are on the road against the Houston Astros today. The over/under line for the game is set at 7.5 runs, which is below their season average of 8 runs per game. The Pirates have gone over the total in 48 of their 104 games this season, and their games have averaged 8.4 runs per game. The over has hit in 74.3% of their games this season when the line has been set at 7.5 runs.</p><p>Right-hander Paul Skenes is getting the start for the Pirates today as he faces the Astros on the road. Skenes has made 12 starts this season and has a record of 6-1. His ERA for the season is an impressive 1.93, along with a WHIP of .87. Skenes has turned in 10 quality starts this year and is averaging 11.69 strikeouts per nine innings. In his last outing, he took the loss, going 8 1/3 innings and giving up two earned runs. Before that, he had won two straight starts.</p><p>So far this season, the Pirates offense has been pretty average, averaging 4.2 runs per game, which is 22nd in the league. They have been a little better on the road, averaging 4.4 runs per game. As a team, they are batting just .232, which is 18th in the league, and are also near the bottom of the league in home runs and slugging percentage. However, they do come into the game with three of their hitters on three-game hitting streaks.</p>

<p>Bryan Reynolds is having a strong season for the Pirates, batting .288 with 18 homers and 61 RBIs. His 61 RBIs are the best mark on the team. Oneil Cruz is also near the top of the Pirates' home run and RBI leaderboards, with 17 homers and 53 RBIs. Cruz has also gone 6/22 in his last six games, including two homers.</p><h3>Astros Records & Stats</h3><p>Heading into their last game vs. the Dodgers, the Astros closed out the series with a 6-2 loss. Houston was the slight favorite at -135 on the money line. Things started off well for the Astros, as they got on the board with a run in the 1st inning but gave up the lead right away as the Dodgers scored three times in the 2nd.</p>

<p>Spencer Arrighetti put together a good start for the Astros, going six innings and giving up just three earned runs, and striking out eight. However, Houston's offense really struggled after the 1st inning, and the Astros only had two more hits the rest of the game. Yainer Diaz's solo homer in the 1st was the only other run the Astros scored.</p><p>Houston is hosting the Pirates today with an overall record of 55-50, which has them tied with the Mariners for the AL West lead. The Astros are 19-17 in divisional games this year. Houston closed out their series with the Dodgers with a win and took the series 2-1.</p>

<p>At home, the Astros are 30-22 this season compared to a 25-28 mark on the road. So far, they have been slightly better than average as the favorite, going 41-36. As the underdog overall, the Astros are 14-14 this year. They have an overall series record of 19-14-1 this season.</p><p>When the Astros win, they win big, with an average run margin of 3.9 runs per game. That has led to a run line record of 54-51 overall, including 27-25 at home. In games they lose, the average run margin is -3.3 runs per game. As the underdog, they have gone 18-10 against the run line, compared to 36-41 as the favorite.</p><p>The Houston Astros are set to host the Pittsburgh Pirates in a game that has an over/under line of 7.5 runs. The combined run average for Astros games this season is 8.9, and their over/under record is 42-59. The average over/under line for their games is 9 runs, and when the line has been set at 7.5 runs, their over/under record is 7-9. The vast majority of their games this season have had higher over/under lines than 7.5 runs, with 85 of their 105 games having higher lines, which is an 81.0% rate.</p><p>Getting the start for the Astros today is Jake Bloss, who will be making his 4th start of the season. He has yet to pick up a win, as he took a loss in his last outing against the Athletics. In that game, he went 4 innings, giving up 5 runs on 6 hits and 1 home run.</p><p>Heading into today's game, the Astros are averaging 4.7 runs per game, which is 10th in the league. They have been even better at home, putting up 5.1 runs per contest. Overall, they have the 2nd best team batting average in the league at .262. Houston's offense has been led by Yainer Diaz, who is batting .288 and has gone deep nine times this season, while also leading the team with 57 RBIs.</p>

<p>Jose Altuve and Kyle Tucker are also having strong seasons for the Astros, with Altuve batting .309 and Tucker at .266. Tucker's 19 homers are 2nd on the team and 13th in the league. Over his last five games, Alex Bregman has two homers but is just 5/20.</p>

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