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<p>Looking to win big? The Bearcats and Black Bears face off at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The Black Bears are hosting the game at Memorial Gymnasium (ME) in Orono, ME. The over/under for this America East conference contest is set at 133.5 points, with Maine being favored by -6.5 at home against Binghamton.</p><h3>BINGHAMTON BEARCATS VS MAINE BLACK BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Maine Black Bears -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Memorial Gymnasium (ME) at 6:00 ET on Thursday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MAINE BLACK BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Black Bears.</li><li>Not only will Maine pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 133.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>No Pressure for Binghamton as Away Dogs</h3><p>Binghamton improved to 6-7 on the season with an 87-82 win over UMBC on Saturday. The Bearcats, who were +3 underdogs going into the game, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>After leading 44-43 at halftime, Binghamton scored 43 points in the 2nd half while holding UMBC to 39. The game’s total points of 169 went over the pre-game O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Binghamton's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 87 points on 55.2% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 60.3%, thanks to a 60.5% mark on two-point attempts and 40% shooting from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Chris Walker hit 4 of 7 threes, finishing with 21 points, while Bryce Johnson led the team with 23 points. Gavin Walsh contributed 18 points and 17 rebounds, and Nehemiah Benson was nearly perfect from the field, hitting 7 of 8 shots for 14 points.</p><p>Despite Binghamton's defensive efforts, they gave up 82 points, with their opponents shooting 55% from the field. Inside the arc, the Bearcats allowed 26 of 43 shots to fall, a 60% conversion rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Binghamton's defense saw 6 of 15 attempts go in, a 40% success rate. They also sent their opponents to the line 21 times, where they hit 17 free throws, shooting 81%. The Bearcats allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Maine Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Maine Black Bears Recent Game</h3> <p>The Black Bears fell to 6-8 on the season after an 81-55 road loss to Bryant on Saturday. Maine entered the game as +3 underdogs but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Trailing 38-25 at halftime, Maine managed 30 points in the 2nd half but allowed 43. The total points for the game were 136, falling short of the O/U line of 151.5.</p><p>Maine struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 55 points on 34% shooting from the field, including 29.4% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 37.7%, and they managed only 8 assists and 6 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>AJ Lopez led the way with 24 points, hitting 4 of 6 threes, while Barry Evans and Earl Timberlake each added 18 points. Timberlake also contributed 13 rebounds, and Evans grabbed 8 boards and dished out 3 assists.</p><p>Maine's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 81 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 58% of their two-point attempts, with 21 made shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Black Bears gave up 10 threes on 26 attempts, a 38% shooting clip. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 9 free throws. Maine allowed 15 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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<p>The Phoenix Suns (-217) will host the Memphis Grizzlies (+180) in a Western Conference matchup. The Suns are currently favored by 5.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 235.5. Tip-off is scheduled for 9:00 ET at Footprint Center in Phoenix.</p>

<p>Phoenix enters this game on a two-game losing streak and currently sits 11th in the Western Conference with a record of 15-16. Memphis is 2nd in the West at 22-11 and leads the Southwest Division. The Grizzlies are 5.5-point underdogs in this one.</p><h3>MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES VS PHOENIX SUNS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Phoenix Suns -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Footprint Center at 9:00 ET on Tuesday, December 31st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHOENIX SUNS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 122-85 in favor of the Suns.</li><li>Our projections have Devin Booker finishing with 26 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Suns finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.9% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Grizzlies Pull Off a Win at Phoenix?</h3><p>The Grizzlies dropped to 22-11 on the season following a 130-106 road loss to the Thunder on Sunday. Memphis entered the game as +8 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread, while the combined score of 236 points narrowly exceeded the O/U line of 233.5.</p> <p>A pivotal 12-0 run by the Thunder early in the game set the tone, and a dominant 42-19 2nd quarter left the Grizzlies trailing 102-74 heading into the 4th. Memphis outscored the Thunder 32-28 in the final period, but it was too little, too late.</p><p>In Sunday's loss to the Thunder, the Grizzlies shot just 38.1% from the field and 27.5% from three-point range, despite hitting 14 threes. Desmond Bane led the way with 22 points, including 12 in the opening quarter.</p> <p>Jay Huff added 17 points, with 9 coming in the 4th, while Luke Kennard scored 10 of his 16 points in the final period. Kennard also connected on 4 threes, shooting 44.4% from deep.</p><p>The Grizzlies struggled defensively, giving up 130 points to the Thunder, including 34 in the 1st quarter and 42 in the 2nd. They tightened up a bit in the 3rd, allowing 26 points, and gave up 28 in the 4th. Oklahoma City shot 50% from the field.</p> <p>Memphis did well defending the three, with the Thunder hitting 14 threes at a 31% clip. The Grizzlies sent Oklahoma City to the line 12 times, where they made all their free throws. Memphis recorded 35 defensive rebounds, gave up 9 offensive boards, and added 6 steals and 4 blocks.</p><h3>Do the Suns Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>The Suns fell to 15-16 on the season after a 109-105 road loss to the Warriors on Saturday. Phoenix, who entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs, managed to cover the spread, but the total points of 214 fell short of the 220.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Phoenix went on a 12-0 run to take a 55-43 lead after the game was tied 43-43. They outscored the Warriors 38-27 in the 2nd quarter and led 87-82 going into the 4th, but a 27-18 4th quarter in favor of Golden State sealed the Suns’ fate.</p><p>In their 109-105 loss to the Warriors, the Suns struggled offensively, shooting just 42.4% from the field and connecting on only 9 threes at a 25.7% rate. Kevin Durant led the way with 31 points, though he hit just 41.7% of his shots. Bradley Beal added 28 points, making 4 threes at 36.4% efficiency.</p> <p>Durant scored 10 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters, but managed just 3 in the 4th. Beal contributed 12 points in the 2nd quarter, and added 4 more in the final period. Ryan Dunn finished with 15 points, scoring 6 in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Suns struggled in the 1st quarter, giving up 34 points, but they tightened up in the 3rd, allowing just 21 points. Overall, they held the Warriors to 109 points on 41% shooting.</p> <p>Phoenix did well from beyond the arc, limiting Golden State to 12 threes on 26% shooting. The Warriors also went 15/19 from the free-throw line. The Suns finished with 7 steals and 12 blocks.</p>

Memphis Grizzlies vs Phoenix Suns Betting Pick & Prediction 12/31/24

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.
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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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Horse race betting can be traced all the way back to the 1600s in Great Britain, and the actual sport of horse racing goes back even further. With the growth and popularity of legal sports betting, some people have forgotten about betting on horse races.

That is a pretty big mistake, as this is always going to be a sport that comes with some great betting opportunities. The Triple Crown races in the United States are the biggest draw, but there are horse races that take place throughout the year in all parts of the world.

Horse race betting is a bit different than betting on other sports, especially when it comes to the betting options that are available. This article will help you understand how to bet horse racing, and also the best horse racing betting sites &amp; sportsbooks that are out there.

If you have never given horse race betting a try in the past, it’s never a bad time to really start to get things going.
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Choosing the right sportsbook to use when betting on sports betting is going to be as important as knowing how to bet on the sport. Even though some sportsbooks are going to focus on traditional sports betting more, the best sportsbooks are going to have some great online horse race betting options as well.

Here is a look at six of the best horse racing sportsbooks that you are going to find in the industry.

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

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

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

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

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

VCU Rams vs Saint Joseph's Hawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/17/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Hawkeyes and Bruins. The game is starting at 9:00 ET on FS1, and it's hosted by the Bruins at Pauley Pavilion in Los Angeles, CA. Get ready to place your bets! This Big Ten conference matchup has an over/under of 154.5 points, and UCLA is favored to win by -7 at home vs. Iowa.</p><h3>IOWA HAWKEYES VS UCLA BRUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Iowa Hawkeyes +7</p><p>This game will be played at Pauley Pavilion at 9:00 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IOWA HAWKEYES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Bruins.</li><li>Even though we have UCLA winning straight-up, we like Iowa at +7.</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>Do the Hawkeyes Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><h3>Iowa Hawkeyes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Hawkeyes dropped to 12-5 on the season after a 99-89 road loss to USC on Tuesday. Entering the game as +3 underdogs, Iowa failed to cover the spread. The combined points of 188 exceeded the O/U line of 161.5.</p> 

<p>Iowa found themselves in a 48-32 hole at halftime but managed to score 57 points in the 2nd half. However, they couldn’t tighten up defensively, allowing 51 points after the break.</p><p>In their last game, the Hawkeyes put up 89 points, shooting 53.3% from the field and 45.8% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 63.3%, with 20 assists and just 4 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Desmond Claude led the way with 25 points and 9 assists, while Saint Thomas added 24 points on 9-of-10 shooting, hitting 3 of 4 from deep. Owen Freeman contributed 23 points, shooting 11-of-14 from the field.</p><p>Despite Iowa's defensive efforts, they allowed 99 points on 64% shooting from the field. The opposing team made 37 of their 57 shots, including a strong performance inside the arc, where they hit 27 of 42 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition connected on 10 of 15 shots, shooting 66%. They also went to the free-throw line 25 times, making 15. Iowa gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Bruins?</h3><h3>UCLA Bruins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UCLA fell to 11-6 on the season after a 75-68 road loss to Rutgers on Monday. The Bruins were favored by 4 points but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 143, going over the pre-game line of 137.5.</p> 

<p>UCLA led 33-30 at halftime but struggled defensively in the second half, allowing 45 points while scoring 35. Their inability to contain Rutgers after the break was a key factor in the loss.</p><p>UCLA put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 42.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 47.5%. They hit 31.6% from beyond the arc, connecting on 6 of 19 attempts, while shooting 47.5% on two-pointers. At the free-throw line, they were efficient, making 12 of 15 for an 80% success rate.</p> <p>Ace Bailey led the way with 20 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 53.8% from the field. Dylan Harper added 18 points and 4 assists, despite shooting just 38.5%. Eric Dailey Jr. and Sebastian Mack each contributed 16 points, with Dailey shooting 53.3% and Mack hitting 50% of his shots. Kobe Johnson was efficient, shooting 62.5% and hitting 2 of 4 from three-point range.</p><p>UCLA's defense gave up 75 points, with their opponents shooting 46% from the field. They allowed 18 two-point baskets on 32 attempts, a 56% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UCLA's defense held their opponents to 6 threes on 20 attempts, a 30% shooting percentage. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 31 times, where they made 21 free throws, shooting 67%. UCLA allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

Iowa Hawkeyes vs UCLA Bruins NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/17/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Panthers and Blue Jackets. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on NHLN, and it's hosted by the Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, OH. Get ready to place your bets! The Panthers are the -1.5 goal favorite in this Eastern conference matchup against Blue Jackets. The over/under for the game is set at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>FLORIDA PANTHERS VS COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Columbus Blue Jackets +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Nationwide Arena at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, October 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-3 win for the Blue Jackets.</li><li>We like the Blue Jackets on the moneyline (+140)</li><li>The Blue Jackets are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Will the Panthers Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>With a 4-3 win over the Bruins, the Panthers evened their record at 2-2-0. Florida, as the underdog on the puck line, not only won but also surpassed the total of 5.5 goals, with both teams combining for 7.</p> 

<p>After trailing early, the Panthers tied it up in the first period and eventually pulled ahead. Anton Lundell and Sam Reinhart each scored twice for Florida in the win.</p><p>Anton Lundell and Sam Reinhart each found the net twice in the Panthers' 4-3 win over Boston. Lundell opened the scoring for Florida, netting his first goal of the season and adding another in the second period. Reinhart scored his second goal of the year on a power play in the first period and later added a shorthanded goal, his third of the season.</p> <p>Florida took 26 shots on goal and recorded 10 giveaways. The Panthers scored twice in the first period and added two more in the second before being held scoreless in the third.</p><p>Defensively, the Panthers will look to build on a strong 3rd period in which they held the Bruins scoreless. Sergei Bobrovsky made 24 saves with a save percentage of 88.9%. The Panthers' defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 35 hits.</p><h3>Can the Blue Jackets Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Columbus evened their record at 1-1-0 with a 6-4 victory over the Avalanche. Entering the game as underdogs on the puck line, the Blue Jackets not only won but covered the puck line. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 10 goals easily surpassed that mark.</p> <p>All six of Columbus’ goals came from different players, with their final goal being an empty-netter. The Blue Jackets built a 2-0 lead before the Avalanche scored with just 8 seconds left in the first period.</p><p>Columbus netted 6 goals on 23 shots in their 6-4 win over Colorado. Yegor Chinakhov scored his first goal of the season and added two assists, while Sean Monahan also picked up his first goal, which came on an empty net. Kirill Marchenko scored for the first time this year and registered two assists.</p> <p>Adam Fantilli opened his goal-scoring account for the season, and Zach Werenski and Kent Johnson each scored for the second time this year. The Blue Jackets recorded 13 giveaways and 10 assists in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Blue Jackets will look to improve after giving up 4 goals to the Avalanche, including one at the 1:20 mark in the 3rd period. Goalie Daniil Tarasov made 26 saves and posted a save percentage of 86.7%. The defense also contributed 8 takeaways and 7 hits.</p>

Florida Panthers vs Columbus Blue Jackets Betting Pick & Prediction 10/15/24

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

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

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

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

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

Air Force Falcons vs Fresno State Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/17/25

College football is one of the most popular betting options in the United States, and it’s also a sport that is enjoyed by many as well. College football begins in the early part of September, and a national champion is crowned in January every single year.

When it comes to college football, there are three different divisions that are played. It’s the teams that play at the highest level that attracts the most attention, and that’s also where you see most of the betting options.

There are just four teams that make it to the College Football Playoff each year, but that number is going to be expanding soon. There are other major bowl games that take place throughout the year, and those teams are chosen based on how they perform during the regular season.

This article will not only give you the best college football betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but it will also give you tips so you know how to bet on college football.
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Knowing how to bet on college football is going to be an important step, but you also need to know where you should be wagering. Choosing the right sportsbook is going to be a huge part in sports betting, especially during the college football season.

Here are six of the best college football sportsbooks to use the next time that you are wanting to wager on the sport.

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Eagles versus the Bears? Tip off is at at 7:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Hill Field House in Baltimore, MD. In this Mid-Eastern matchup, North Carolina Central is favored bt -3.5 vs. Morgan State. The over/under for the game is 155.5 points.</p><h3>NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL EAGLES VS MORGAN STATE BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Morgan State Bears +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hill Field House at 7:30 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MORGAN STATE BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Bears.</li><li>Not only will Morgan State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Eagles Make it Happen in Baltimore?</h3><h3>North Carolina Central Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>North Carolina Central's season struggles continued with a narrow 63-61 loss to Coppin State on Saturday, dropping their record to 3-11. The Eagles went into the game as -8.5 favorites but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 124, falling short of the 139.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>NC Central led 30-23 at halftime but allowed 40 points in the second half while scoring 31. Their inability to maintain their defensive intensity after the break was a key factor in the loss.</p><p>North Carolina Central struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 1 of 15 attempts for a 6.7% three-point shooting percentage. Despite their long-range woes, they shot 57.9% on two-point attempts, finishing with an overall field goal percentage of 43.4% and an effective field goal percentage of 45.3%.</p> <p>Po'Boigh King led the Eagles with 18 points, though he missed all 5 of his three-point attempts. Camaren Sparrow was the team's most efficient shooter from deep, hitting 4 of 5 threes and dishing out 5 assists. The Eagles also grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and shot 63.6% from the free-throw line, making 14 of 22 attempts.</p><p>North Carolina Central's defense held their opponent to 63 points, with a field goal percentage of 42% (20/47). They limited two-point shooting to 37%, with the other team making 11 of 29 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponent shot 50%, hitting 9 of 18 threes. At the free-throw line, they went 14/21, shooting 66%. North Carolina Central gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Bears Pull the Upset at Home?</h3><h3>Morgan State Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Morgan State’s season struggles continued with an 86-72 home loss to South Carolina State on Saturday, dropping them to 2-11. The Bears entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Trailing 46-37 at halftime, Morgan State couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 35 points while allowing 40. The game’s total points of 158 went over the pre-game line of 154.5.</p><p>In their recent game, Morgan State's offense put up 72 points, shooting 53.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.1%. They connected on 41.7% of their three-point attempts, going 5-for-12, and hit 56.8% of their two-point shots, finishing 21-for-37 inside the arc.</p> <p>Free-throw shooting was a struggle, as they made just 57.7% of their attempts, going 15-for-26. Kameron Hobbs led the way with 22 points, while Drayton Jones added 20 in just 20 minutes. Davion Everett contributed 18 points, hitting 6 of 8 shots, and Omar Croskey added 17 points, shooting 66.7% from the field and 50% from three.</p><p>Despite Morgan State's defensive efforts, they allowed 86 points on 53% shooting from the field. The Bears gave up 21 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, with the opposing team shooting 56% inside the arc.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, Morgan State's defense allowed 5 made threes on 12 attempts, a 41% shooting clip. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 57%. The Bears gave up 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

North Carolina Central Eagles vs Morgan State Bears NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/6/25

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

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

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

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

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

<p>Week 14 of the 2021-22 NBA season wraps up Sunday, January 23, with 11 games around the Association, so we have prepared the best Nets vs. Timberwolves betting pick along with the latest odds update on <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/bookmaker/">Bookmaker Sportsbook</a>.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Brooklyn and Minnesota close down their two-game regular-season series. Back in December, the Nets outlasted the Timberwolves 110-105 as 9-point home favorites to record their third consecutive victory over Minnesota.</p>



<h2>The Nets shoot for their third consecutive W  </h2>



<p>The Brooklyn Nets improved to 29-16 straight up and 18-26-1 ATS on the season following a 117-102 victory at the San Antonio Spurs this past Friday. It was their second win on the spin, while James Harden put on a show with a 37-point, 10-rebound, 11-assist triple-double.</p>



<p>The Nets desperately needed somebody to step up in Kevin Durant’s absence. KD is sidelined with a knee injury and won’t be available for the next four weeks. Harden shot 13-for-24 from the field, while Kyrie Irving accounted for 24 points and four assists.</p>



<p>Brooklyn is topping the Eastern Conference at the moment, half a game ahead of the Chicago Bulls and Miami Heat. The Nets are scoring 112.3 points per 100 possessions (7<sup>th</sup> in the NBA) on 47.3% shooting from the field (tied-3<sup>rd</sup>) and 35.0% from beyond the arc (tied-15<sup>th</sup>).</p>



<h2>The T-Wolves hope to get back on the winning track    </h2>



<p>The Minnesota Timberwolves fell to 22-23 straight up and 23-22 ATS on the season following a 134-122 defeat at the Atlanta Hawks this past Wednesday. After a couple of nice wins over Golden State 119-99 and New York 112-110, the T-Wolves fell apart on the defensive end, blowing a 12-point lead from halftime.</p>



<p>Minnesota allowed the Hawks to score a whopping 45 points in the third quarter. Atlanta shot 52.3% from the field, while the Timberwolves made only 43.3% of their field goals. D’Angelo Russell led the charge for Minnesota, tallying 31 points on 10-for-18 shooting from the field, but his team simply ran out of gas on the second day of a back-to-back set.</p>



<p>The T-Wolves are tied with the LA Clippers for the No. 8 seed in the Western Conference. They score 109.8 points per 100 possessions (tied-18<sup>th</sup> in the NBA) on 43.9% shooting from the field (24<sup>th</sup>) and 34.1% from downtown (tied-20<sup>th</sup>).</p>



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



<p><strong>Brooklyn:</strong></p>



<ul><li>4-9 ATS in the last 13 games overall</li><li>1-5 ATS in the last six road games against Minnesota</li></ul>



<p><strong>Minnesota:</strong></p>



<ul><li>7-1 ATS in the last eight games against Brooklyn&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>



<h2 id="h-brooklyn-nets-vs-minnesota-timberwolves-pick">Brooklyn Nets vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Pick</h2>



<p>Both Brooklyn and Minnesota have been pretty much hit-or-miss lately. The Timberwolves are 6-4 SU and 5-5 ATS over their last ten games, while the Nets are 5-4 SU and 4-5 ATS over their previous nine. Hereof, I lean the hosts only because of KD’s absence. The T-Wolves had three days to rest and prepare for this game, while Patrick Beverley is their only guy listed as questionable to play.</p>



<p>Minnesota allows 109.1 points per 100 possessions (tied-10<sup>th</sup> in the league) on 33.8% shooting from deep (tied-6<sup>th</sup>). On the other side, Brooklyn yields 109.6 points per 100 possessions (14<sup>th</sup>) on 32.5% shooting from downtown (1<sup>st</sup>). Whoever brings more energy on the defensive end will have a nice chance to win this battle.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Take Minnesota Timberwolves -2.5 at -110&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



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



<p>The over is 6-1 in the Timberwolves’ last seven games overall, while the under is 4-3 in the Nets’ last seven. Their previous three encounters have gone under the total, so I’ll follow the H2H betting trend.</p>



<p>The line is sky-high at 239 points. Minnesota loves to play at a fast pace, but Brooklyn has to slow things down. Without Kevin Durant, the Nets also need aggressive defense, while none of their last five games has produced more than 239 points in total.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Go under 239.0 points at -110&nbsp;</strong></p>

Brooklyn Nets vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Odds, Pick, Prediction 1/23/22

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Matadors and Rainbow Warriors. The game is starting at 11:59 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Rainbow Warriors at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, HI. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 147.5 points, and Hawaii is favored by -2.5 to win at home against CSUN.</p><h3>CSUN MATADORS VS HAWAII RAINBOW WARRIORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Hawaii Rainbow Warriors -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stan Sheriff Center at 11:59 ET on Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HAWAII RAINBOW WARRIORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Rainbow Warriors.</li><li>Not only will Hawaii pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will CSUN Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>CSUN Matadors Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>CSUN fell to 9-6 on the season after a 94-90 road loss to the Roadrunners on Saturday. The Matadors entered the game as 4-point favorites but couldn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>CSUN led 49-34 at halftime but allowed 60 points in the 2nd half while scoring 41. The game’s total points of 184 went over the pre-game O/U line of 143.5.</p><p>CSUN's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 90 points with a field goal percentage of 57.1%. They were especially effective inside, hitting 70% of their two-point attempts, while their effective field goal percentage stood at 60.7%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Matadors struggled, connecting on just 4 of 16 attempts for 25%. They also shot 66.7% from the free-throw line, making 22 of 33 attempts. On the glass, they grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and dished out 13 assists.</p><p>CSUN's defense struggled, giving up 94 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 54% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 66% shooting, with the opposition hitting 18 of 27 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, CSUN's defense conceded 10 threes on 24 attempts, a 41% shooting clip. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 35 times, where they converted 28 for 80%.</p><h3>Can Hawaii Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>Hawaii improved to 9-5 on the season with a 95-86 road win over Cal State Fullerton on Saturday, January 11th. The Rainbow Warriors were -9 favorites going into the game, and the final score resulted in a push against the spread. The total points of 181 far exceeded the O/U line of 129.5.</p> <p>Hawaii led 40-36 at halftime and scored 55 points in the 2nd half while allowing 50. The Rainbow Warriors’ offense was particularly strong in the latter part of the game, helping them secure the win.</p><p>Hawaii's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 95 points while shooting 61.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 68.2%, thanks in large part to their 88% shooting on two-point attempts (22/25). They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 19 threes (26.3%), but made up for it at the free-throw line, where they connected on 36 of 38 attempts (94.7%).</p> <p>Donovan Oday led the way with 29 points, shooting 55.6% overall despite going just 1 of 5 from three. Gytis Nemeiksa added 20 points and 8 rebounds, while Tanner Christensen was nearly perfect from the field, hitting 6 of 7 shots for 19 points. Tom Beattie contributed 16 points, knocking down 2 of 3 threes, and Zion Richardson added 15 points, hitting 3 of 7 from deep.</p><p>Hawaii's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 86 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 27 of 44 two-point attempts, a 61% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Hawaii held the other team to just 4 made threes on 18 attempts, a 22% shooting performance. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 20 for 74%. Hawaii also gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p>

CSUN Matadors vs Hawaii Rainbow Warriors NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/16/25

<p>At 7:10 PM from Citi Field in New York, we have an NL matchup between the Pirates and Mets. The forecast looks good in New York on Tuesday, with clear skies and temperatures in the upper 60s. Jose Quintana is starting for the Mets, and he is facing off against Jared Jones for the Pirates.</p>

<p>New York comes in with a record of 8-8, and they are the favorite on the money line at -127. As for the Pirates, they are 11-6 overall and have a money line payout of +107. The over/under line is at 7.5 runs.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH PIRATES VS NEW YORK METS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Pirates Moneyline +107</p><p>This game will be played at Citi Field at 7:10 ET on Tuesday, April 16th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE PIRATES VS METS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Pirates winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Pirates 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 a low-scoring game in the most recent game of this Mets vs. Pirates series. New York went into the matchup as slight favorites at -124 and squeaked out a 6-3 win. The Mets had a big 8th inning, scoring three of their six runs. As for the Pirates, they scored all three of their runs in the 6th.</p>

<p>Pittsburgh wasted a good outing from Martin Perez, as he gave up just three earned runs in 5 2/3 innings of work. Aroldis Chapman struggled on the mound, taking the loss. Adrian Houser only went 5 1/3 innings for the Mets but gave up just two hits and two earned runs.</p>

<p>Offensively, the Mets were led by Francisco Lindor and Starling Marte, as they were the only two Mets hitters to have more than one hit. Lindor, Harrison Bader, and Jonathan Villar each had two RBIs for New York's offense.</p><h3>Pirates Records & Stats</h3><p>Pittsburgh comes into today's game in a two-way tie with the Brewers for the NL Central division lead. Currently, both teams hold a one-game lead over the Cubs. The Pirates are off to a good start this season, with an 11-6 record.</p>

<p>So far, Pittsburgh has been good on the road, putting together an 8-4 record. They are also above .500 at home, going 3-2. This season, the Pirates are 9-4 as the underdog, which includes a 7-3 mark on the road.</p><p>The Pirates are 12-5 against the run line this season, including a 9-3 record on the road. They have an average run margin of +1.2 runs per game this season, and their run line record is 10-3 when they are the underdog.</p><p>When the Pirates and Mets met on Tuesday, the game featured 9 runs, going over the 8.5 run total. The Pirates have now gone over in their last two games, and their games have averaged 9 runs per game this season. Their over/under record is 10-7 on the season, and the over/under line for their games has averaged 8 runs per game.</p><p>Jared Jones will be making his 4th start of the season for the Pirates, and he will be on the road against the Mets. Jones has been a tough-luck loser in each of his first two starts, and he is coming off a 6 1/3 inning outing against the Phillies, where he struck out 8 and gave up 3 runs. In his first start of the year, he picked up the win against the Marlins, striking out 10 hitters.</p><p>When looking at the Pirates' player projections for today, we see that Ke'Bryan Hayes has the highest total hits projection on the team and the 21st highest in the league. Bryan Reynolds has the highest home run projection on the team and the 10th highest in the league. Michael A. Taylor's home run projection is 12th in the league today.</p><h3>Mets Records & Stats</h3><p>The Mets are currently in 3rd place in the NL East heading into today's game vs. the Pirates. They will also look to pick up a win at home, as they are just 4-6 at home this season. The good news is they have a winning record on the road at 4-2. Their overall record is currently 8-8.</p>

<p> New York is coming off a series win over the Royals and picked up a win in the series opener with the Pirates. So far, they are 4-6 as the favorite and 4-2 as the underdog this season. They have won their last two games and currently have an overall series record of 3-2.</p><p>The Mets have been a solid run line bet this season, going 8-8 overall. They have been particularly good on the run line on the road, going 5-1. They have also covered the run line in two straight games at home. Their average run margin for the season is +0.2 runs per game, but it jumps to +2.0 on the road and drops to -0.8 at home. They have covered the run line in five of nine games as the underdog.</p><p>So far this season, the Mets have played 16 games with an average combined run total of 9.1. Their over/under record is 8-8, and the average over/under line for their games has been 8.0. In games with an over/under line of 7.5, the record is 2-3. The Mets' games have had an average of 9 runs per game, and the over has hit in 68.8% of their games.</p><p>Jose Quintana will be making his first start at home this season, as the Mets host the Pirates. Quintana has a win and a no-decision so far this season, and in his last start, he went 5 1/3 innings and struck out 4, giving up 3 earned runs.</p><p>For the Mets, we have Pete Alonso with the highest odds to hit a home run on the team and 9th in the league today. Brandon Nimmo has the highest total hits projection on the team and his home run projection is 15th in the league today. Jeff McNeil is 2nd in terms of total hits for the Mets and 18th in terms of home run projections today. Francisco Alvarez has the 2nd best odds to hit a home run on the team and 13th in the league today.</p>

Pittsburgh Pirates vs New York Mets Betting Pick & Prediction 4/16/24