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<p>Betting on today's Runnin' Utes and Horned Frogs game? Catch the action at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena in Fort Worth, TX, as the Horned Frogs hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. This Big 12 conference matchup has an over/under of 144.5 points, and TCU is favored to win by -4 at home vs. Utah.</p><h3>UTAH RUNNIN' UTES VS TCU HORNED FROGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: TCU Horned Frogs -4</p><p>This game will be played at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TCU HORNED FROGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Horned Frogs.</li><li>Not only will TCU pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Utah Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p>Utah improved to 9-6 on the season with an 83-62 home win over Oklahoma State on Saturday. The Utes, who were -7.5 favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Utah led 37-26 at halftime and added 46 points in the 2nd half while allowing 36. The total points for the game were 145, falling short of the 153.5 O/U line.</p><p>Utah's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 83 points on 55.6% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 61.1%, thanks to 61.5% shooting on two-pointers and 40% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Utes dished out 23 assists, with Jake Wahlin and Bryce Thompson each contributing 3. Wahlin was perfect from the field, hitting all 5 of his shots, including 3/3 from three-point range. Ezra Ausar led the team with 21 points in just 18 minutes, shooting 58.3% overall.</p><p>Despite Utah's defensive struggles, allowing 62 points on 55% shooting, they still managed to hold their opponent to just 6 offensive rebounds. The Runnin' Utes gave up 24 two-point field goals on 39 attempts, with their opponent shooting 61% from inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Utah's defense allowed 6 threes on 15 attempts, with their opponent connecting at a 40% clip. The Runnin' Utes also sent their opponent to the line 24 times, where they hit 17 free throws, good for 70%.</p><h3>Can the Horned Frogs Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>TCU improved to 9-6 on the season with a 71-67 win over BYU on Saturday. The Horned Frogs were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game but managed to cover the spread with the victory.</p> <p>TCU trailed 37-34 at halftime but held BYU to 30 points in the second half while scoring 37 of their own. The total points for the game ended at 138, just under the O/U line of 139.5.</p><p>TCU's offense put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 42.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.8%. They connected on 37.5% of their three-point attempts, hitting 9 of 24 from deep, and went 12 for 19 from the free-throw line, shooting 63.2%.</p> <p>Richie Saunders led the way, scoring 26 points on 9 of 13 shooting, including 5 of 7 from three-point range. Noah Reynolds added 21 points, hitting 3 of 6 from beyond the arc, while Vasean Allette contributed 11 points and 5 assists, despite shooting just 1 of 6 from three.</p><p>Defensively, TCU held their opponent to 67 points on 42% shooting from the field. The Horned Frogs allowed 25 made field goals on 59 attempts.</p> <p>TCU gave up 9 threes on 24 attempts, with their opponent shooting 37% from beyond the arc. They also sent them to the line 19 times, where they hit 12 free throws.</p>

Utah Runnin' Utes vs TCU Horned Frogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

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<p>The Knicks (-311) are currently favored by 7.5 points over the Nets (+247). The over/under line for this Eastern Atlantic Division matchup is 204.5. New York (41-28) is 5th in the Eastern Conference, while Brooklyn (26-44) is 11th.</p>

<p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden and is scheduled to start at 1:00 ET. It will be televised on MSG.</p><h3>BROOKLYN NETS VS NEW YORK KNICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Brooklyn Nets +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 1:00 ET on Saturday, March 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BROOKLYN NETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 107-105 in favor of the Knicks.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Brunson finishing with Jalen Brunson points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Knicks finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.9% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Do the Nets Stand a Chance in New York?</h3><p>As the underdog, the Nets have lost their last five games and are 12-36 as the underdog this season. Today's O/U line of 204.5 is lower than all of their previous games this season.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Nets lost to the Bucks by a score of 115-108. They were 10.5-point underdogs going into the game, giving them an ATS win.</p>

<p>Brooklyn is 11th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 26-44. Against other teams in the East, they are 18-24 and 3-8 against Atlantic Division opponents.</p>

<p>On the road, the Nets are 12-23 ATS and have an average scoring differential of -6.9 points per game. This season, they are 10-25 on the road.</p>

<p>This season, the Nets have an O/U record of 35-35 and their games have averaged 225.3 points per game. Today's line of 204.5 is lower than their season average of 225.7.</p><p>When it comes to scoring, the Nets are 25th in the NBA at 111.4 points per game. In terms of pace, Brooklyn is 25th in the league at 97 possessions per game. So far, they have outscored the NBA average in just 40% of their games.</p>

<p>As a team, the Nets are 28th in field goal percentage at 45%. They have been particularly poor from two-point range, hitting just 52% of their attempts (26th). However, Brooklyn is 6th in the NBA in three-point shooting at 36%.</p>

<p>When it comes to getting to the free-throw line, the Nets are 24th in attempts at 20.8 per game. They are also 25th in free throws made at 15.7 per contest. In terms of assists, Brooklyn is 17th in the league at 26.3 per game.</p><p>At present, the Nets' defense is ranked 15th, allowing 114.0 points per game. Brooklyn struggled on the boards in their last game vs. the Bucks, giving up 15. For the game, Milwaukee scored 115 points in the game.</p><h3>Will New York Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Today, the Knicks are favored by 7.5 points against the Nets. In their last two games as the favorite, New York has covered the spread and has a 29-9 record as the favorite this season.</p>

<p>The Knicks are 37-31 against the spread this season, going 18-17 ATS at home and 19-14 ATS on the road. At home, they have an average scoring margin of +5.5 PPG.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Knicks lost to the Nuggets by a score of 113-100. The O/U line for that game was 208.5 points, and New York was getting 8.5 points as the underdog.</p>

<p>This season, the Knicks have an O/U record of 25-43-1, and the over has hit in their last two games. On average, their games have finished with 219.8 points, which is higher than today's line of 204.5.</p>

<p>Overall, the Knicks are 41-28 this season, which is good for 5th place in the Eastern Conference. Against the East, they are 27-15 and 8-5 in their division. In non-conference games, they are 14-13.</p><p>At home, the Knicks are averaging 110.5 points per game, which is 26th in the league. Overall, they are 23rd in scoring at 111.9 points per game. In terms of pace, New York is the slowest team in the NBA, averaging just 94.8 possessions per game.</p>

<p>When it comes to shooting, the Knicks are 24th in field goal percentage at 46%. Inside the arc, they are 23rd in two-point shooting at 52%. From three-point range, New York is 17th in three-point percentage at 36%.</p>

<p>So far this season, the Knicks have outscored the NBA average in just 40.6% of their games. In terms of assists, they are 29th in the league at 23.9 per game. However, New York is 2nd in offensive rebounds.</p><p>New York's defense has been playing well, ranking 2nd in the NBA with 108.0 points allowed per game. Inside the arc, the Knicks defense is giving up a shooting percentage of 53.8% and 36.3% from three-point territory.</p>

Brooklyn Nets vs New York Knicks Betting Pick & Prediction 3/23/24

<p>Betting on today's Bulldogs and Bears game? Catch the action at Hawkins Arena in Macon, GA, as the Bears hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. Samford is favored by -5.5 in this Southern conference contest against Mercer. The game's over/under currently sits at 165 points.</p><h3>SAMFORD BULLDOGS VS MERCER BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Mercer Bears +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hawkins Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MERCER BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Bears.</li><li>Not only will Mercer pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 165 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Bulldogs?</h3><p>Samford improved to 12-3 on the season with a 76-69 win over UNCG on Saturday. The Bulldogs, who were -6.5 favorites, covered the spread with the victory. The game’s total points of 145 fell short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Samford took a 36-28 lead into halftime and scored 40 points in the 2nd half, while allowing 41. Despite the narrow margin in the 2nd half, they held on for the win at home.</p><p>Samford's offense put up 76 points in their latest game, shooting 48.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.7%. They connected on 57.1% of their two-point attempts and hit 37.5% from beyond the arc, making 9 threes. At the free-throw line, they converted 73.9% of their 23 attempts.</p> <p>Trey Fort led the Bulldogs with 21 points, while Donovan Atwell added 19, hitting 5 of 10 from three-point range. Rylan Jones contributed 16 points and 6 assists, and Riley Allenspach was efficient, shooting 75% from the field in just 15 minutes.</p><p>Samford's defense gave up 69 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 48% from the field, hitting 25 of 52 shots. Inside the arc, they allowed 16 of 28 two-point attempts to fall, a 57% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Samford's defense conceded 9 of 24 shots, a 37% success rate. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 17 attempts, shooting 73%. Samford allowed 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Bears Pull the Upset at Home?</h3><h3>Mercer Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Bears dropped to 7-9 on the season after an 85-82 road loss to Western Carolina on Sunday. Mercer entered the game as -4.5 favorites but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Mercer led 44-40 at halftime but were outscored 45-38 in the second half. The game’s total points of 167 went over the pre-game line of 154.5.</p><p>Mercer's offense put up 82 points in their last game, despite shooting just 38% from the field and 26.9% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.3%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, hitting 61.8% of their attempts.</p> <p>Alex Holt led the way with 21 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 63.6% from the floor. Ahmad Robinson added 18 points and 13 rebounds, though he shot just 36.8%. Ice Emery contributed 16 points, hitting 4 of 8 threes.</p><p>Mercer’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 85 points on 46% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to shoot 64% from two-point range, with 18 made shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Mercer’s defense gave up 11 threes on 34 attempts, a 32% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 16 of their attempts, shooting 80%.</p>

Samford Bulldogs vs Mercer Bears NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

The Atlanta Braves are taking on the St. Louis Cardinals in Game 4 of the NL Divisional Playoffs. The visiting Braves (up 2-1) are only one win away from reaching the NLCS, and this elimination matchup is scheduled to begin at 3:07 p.m. ET. It will be televised on TBS.
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The Braves have gone 99-66 SU across the regular season and postseason, and are 81-83 against the spread (ATS). They've accumulated 17.0 units for bettors taking the moneyline, despite having lost 2.6 units ATS. Atlanta is 3-4 ATS over its last seven games and the over has hit in four of those seven. The Cardinals, on the other hand, are 92-73 SU and 86-78 ATS. They've gained 4.5 units for moneyline bettors and 4.5 units ATS. St. Louis has covered the spread only twice over its last seven games and the over has cashed in five of those seven.

Cardinals games have an over/under record of 68-84-12 in 2019. Atlanta has an over/under record of 79-77-8.

Dallas Keuchel will get the nod for the visiting Braves. The southpaw Keuchel is 8-8 with a 3.75 ERA and 91 strikeouts. He has yet to face the Cardinals this year and did not record a start against them in 2018, either.

The Cardinals are putting the ball in the hands of righty Dakota Hudson (16-7, 3.35 ERA), who has 136 strikeouts and 86 walks, along with a 1.41 WHIP. Hudson is 0-0 with two strikeouts and a 2.84 ERA in one start against Atlanta this year.

Behind a team slash line of .240/.315/.400, Atlanta has scored 4.0 runs per game through three postseason outings. The Cardinals are hitting .242/.299/.354 over three games and the team has put up 2.7 runs during this year's playoffs.

The Cardinals bullpen has registered an ERA of 9.95 and a WHIP of 2.05 this postseason, while Braves relievers have fared noticeably better with a 6.48 ERA and 2.28 WHIP.

Second baseman Ozzie Albies and outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. continue to lead Atlanta’s offense. Albies is slashing .294/.352/.495 with 24 home runs, 86 RBIs, 104 runs and 15 steals, while Acuna Jr. (.281/.368/.523) is up to 42 homers, 103 RBIs, 128 runs and 37 stolen bases.

First baseman Paul Goldschmidt and second baseman Kolten Wong have led the Cardinals' batters this year. Goldschmidt is slashing .261/.346/.481 with 35 home runs, 98 RBIs and 99 runs scored, and Wong's line sits at .282/.358/.418 with 11 homers, 61 RBIs, 61 runs and 24 stolen bases.

The Braves are coming off of a 3-1 win in Game .
<h3>Atlanta Braves vs. St. Louis Cardinals MLB Tip</h3>
<a href="http://bangthebook.com/2019-mlb-playoffs-nlds-preview-prediction-st-louis-cardinals-vs-atlanta-braves/">Predictions: </a>SU Winner – Cardinals, ATS Winner – Braves, O/U – UNDER
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Atlanta has tallied 16 extra-base hits over its last five outings. St. Louis has 15 XBH over its last five.

St. Louis has posted 22.0 Runs + Hits + Errors per game over its last 10 games and 20.2 over its last five.

The Braves have hit 11 home runs in their last 10 games, including seven over their last five.

The Braves have an OPS of .789 this season and an OPS of .792 against right-handed pitchers. The Cardinals' OPS sits at .738 overall and .735 against righties.

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Atlanta Braves at St. Louis Cardinals Free Pick 10/07/19

<p>The Lancers and Fighting Camels are set to face off at 7:00 ET on FloH. The Fighting Camels will host the game at Pope Convocation Center in Buies Creek, NC. In this non-conference matchup, Longwood is favored by -1.5 against Campbell. The over/under for the game is 144.5 points.</p><h3>LONGWOOD LANCERS VS CAMPBELL FIGHTING CAMELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Campbell Fighting Camels +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Pope Convocation Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, December 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAMPBELL FIGHTING CAMELS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Fighting Camels.</li><li>Not only will Campbell pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Longwood Pull Through as the Favored Road Team?</h3><h3>Longwood Lancers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Longwood fell to 6-3 on the season after a 77-70 home loss to North Carolina Central on Saturday. The Lancers, who were -8 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After a 34-34 first half, Longwood allowed 43 points in the second half while scoring 36. The total points for the game were 147, just over the 144.5 O/U line.</p><p>Longwood's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 51% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 57.1%. They excelled inside, hitting 67.9% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, connecting on just 28.6% of their threes.</p> <p>Keishon Porter led the way with 20 points in 19 minutes, shooting 8-for-9 from the field. Po'Boigh King added 16 points, hitting 3-of-6 from deep, and Colby Garland contributed 15 points and 6 assists.</p><p>Longwood's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 77 points on 51% shooting from the field. They allowed 67% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 19 of 28 shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Longwood held their opponent to 28% shooting, as they made 6 of 21 attempts. The Lancers also sent the other team to the free-throw line 23 times, where they converted 14 for 60%.</p><h3>Will Campbell Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><h3>Campbell Fighting Camels Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Campbell fell to 3-6 on the season after an 86-76 road loss to Morgan State on Sunday, December 15th. The Fighting Camels entered the game as 6-point favorites but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Campbell led 33-31 at halftime, but they allowed 55 points in the 2nd half while scoring 43. The game’s total points reached 162, surpassing the O/U line of 151.</p><p>In their last game, Campbell put up 76 points, shooting 39.7% from the field and 36% from beyond the arc. They were efficient at the free-throw line, hitting 87.5% of their attempts.</p> <p>Will Thomas led the way with 27 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 63.2%. Kameron Hobbs and Nolan Dorsey each added 21 points, with Dorsey hitting 3 threes at 50% efficiency.</p><p>Despite Campbell's defensive struggles, giving up 86 points on 66% shooting, they limited their opponent's three-point attempts, with just 7 taken and 3 made. However, the opposition dominated inside, converting 70% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, Campbell sent their opponent to the stripe 17 times, where they hit 11 free throws. The Fighting Camels also allowed 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Longwood Lancers vs Campbell Fighting Camels NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/18/24

<p>From Progressive Field in Cleveland, we have the Orioles and Guardians facing off in an AL matchup. First pitch for Sunday's matchup is set for 1:40 PM ET. MASN will be televising this one, and the Orioles are favored on the money line (-140).</p>

<p>The over/under line is currently at 8 runs, and today's starting pitching matchup features Corbin Burnes for the Orioles and Gavin Williams for the Guardians. Baltimore is 1st in the AL East, while the Guardians are 1st in the AL Central. </p><h3>CLEVELAND GUARDIANS VS BALTIMORE ORIOLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cleveland Guardians Moneyline +119</p><p>This game will be played at Progressive Field at 1:40 ET on Sunday, August 4th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ORIOLES VS GUARDIANS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Guardians winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Guardians to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Baltimore rallied for four runs in the 8th inning in the most recent game of this Orioles vs. Guardians series. The Orioles scored one run in the 1st inning but didn't score another run until putting up four in the top of the 8th, picking up a 7-4 win. Heading into the game, the Orioles were favored at -117 on the money line.</p>

<p>Zach Eflin started for the Orioles and picked up the win, going 6 1/3 innings and giving up two earned runs. He finished the game with just three strikeouts and allowed one home run. Yennier Cano got the save. Joey Cantillo had a rough outing for the Guardians, taking the loss after going just four innings and giving up three earned runs.</p>

<p>At the plate, the Orioles were led by Gunnar Henderson, who went 3/5 with two runs scored. Henderson was the only player in the game to have more than two hits. Jose Ramirez hit a home run for the Guardians, going 1/4.</p><h3>Orioles Records & Stats</h3><p>Baltimore is currently tied with the Yankees for the AL East lead, and they lead the division with an overall record of 66-46. The Orioles are 23-10 against other teams in the AL East. So far, they have gone 34-25 at home and 32-21 on the road.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Orioles have gone 54-36 this season, and they are 12-10 when coming into a game as the underdog. Baltimore has an overall series record of 22-10-3 this season.</p>

<p>Heading into today's game vs. the Guardians, the Orioles are down 1-2 in the series. Over the last 10 games, they are 5-5.</p><p>When betting the Orioles on the run line, it's been a better proposition to take them on the road, where they are 31-22 compared to 29-30 at home. They have a run differential of +0.9 on the road compared to +0.6 at home. As the favorite, they are 45-45 on the run line, while as the underdog, they are 15-7.</p><p>The Orioles are on the road against the Guardians with an over/under line of 8 runs. Their combined run average is 9.4, and their over/under record is 62-40. The average over/under line for their games is 8 runs, and when the line is set at 8 runs, their record is 13-5-3. Overall, 58.0% of their games have had over/under lines set higher than 8 runs, and their current over streak is at 4 games.</p><p>Right-hander Corbin Burnes gets the start for the Orioles today as he faces the Guardians on the road. He has made 22 starts this season and has a record of 11-4 with a 2.47 ERA. Burnes' WHIP for the season is currently 1.04. In his last outing, he went 6 2/3 innings, giving up two earned runs, and got the win. Looking back over his last three outings, Burnes has given up just one earned run in each of those starts. He has made 18 quality starts this year and is averaging 8.31 strikeouts per nine innings.</p><p>As a team, the Orioles are the league's top home run hitting team, and they are also 3rd in the majors in runs scored at 5.1 runs per game. Collectively, they are batting .255, which is the 5th best mark in the league. The Orioles also have the top slugging percentage in the league and are 2nd in OPS.</p>

<p>Anthony Santander has been one of the league's top power hitters this season, as his 32 home runs are the 3rd most in the league. He is also 7th in the MLB with 75 RBIs. Over his last eight games, he has gone 10/31 with three homers. Colton Cowser has also been swinging a hot bat of late, going 12/32 in his last eight games. He has two homers and six RBIs in that stretch.</p><h3>Guardians Records & Stats</h3><p>Cleveland is currently 67-43 overall, putting them in 1st place in the AL Central. They hold a 5.5-game lead over the Twins for the division lead. The Guardians are 19-15 against other AL Central teams this year.</p>

<p>At home, the Guardians have gone 35-16 this season, and they are 32-27 on the road. As the favorite, Cleveland is 48-23 this year, and they are 19-20 as the underdog. The Guardians have an overall series record of 22-10-3 this season.</p><p>When the Guardians are the favorite, they are 32-39 on the run line. In games where they are the underdog, they are 23-16. Their overall run line record is 55-55. Their average run differential is +0.8 runs per game. In wins, their average run differential is +3.4 runs per game, and in losses, it is -3.2 runs per game.</p><p>The Cleveland Guardians have had a combined run average of 8.5 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 53-51. The average over/under line for their games is 8 runs, and when the line has been set at 8 runs, their over/under record is 8-9-2. Overall, 47.3% of their games have had over/under lines set at 8 runs or higher, and their current over streak is at 3 games.</p><p>Gavin Williams will be looking to build off his last outing, where he didn't give up a run and picked up the win. In that July 30th outing vs. the Tigers, he went five innings and gave up just two hits. Williams finished with eight strikeouts in the outing. Looking back at his last three outings, he has given up at least one homer in each. Williams' ERA for the season is 3.72, along with a record of 1-3. Out of his six starts, he has one quality start. Williams' ERA at home is 7.7 compared to 0.6 on the road.</p><p>The Guardians come into today's game as one of the league's top-scoring offenses, averaging 4.7 runs per game. They have been even better at home, putting up 4.9 runs per contest. As a team, they are batting .242, which is 13th in the league, and are also one of the league's top home run-hitting teams. Cleveland's offense has done a good job of making contact this season, as they have the 4th fewest strikeouts in the league.</p>

<p>Jose Ramirez and Josh Naylor have been two of the league's top home run hitters this season, and both have been hot of late. Ramirez has gone deep five times in his last six games, while Naylor is batting .474 over his last five games and has also homered once during that stretch. Naylor also comes into the game on a seven-game hitting streak.</p>

Baltimore Orioles vs Cleveland Guardians Betting Pick & Prediction 8/4/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Hurricanes and Capitals face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Capitals are hosting the game at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. The Hurricanes come into this Metropolitan division matchup as the -1.5 goal favorite to pick up the win. Currently, the over/under for the game is at 6 goals.</p><h3>CAROLINA HURRICANES VS WASHINGTON CAPITALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Capitals +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, December 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON CAPITALS:</h3><ul><li>Despite being 1.5 goal underdogs, we predict the Capitals to come out on top with a final score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Capitals on the moneyline (+119)</li><li>The Capitals are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can Carolina Deliver Being Favored on the Road?</h3><p>Carolina improved to 20-10-1 with a 4-2 win over the Capitals. The Hurricanes covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals was a push.</p> 

<p>The Hurricanes scored first, but the Capitals responded with two goals in the first period. Carolina tied it up in the second and added two more goals to secure the win, including an empty-netter with 9 seconds left in the game.</p><p>Carolina took 45 shots on goal in their 4-2 win over Washington, with Dmitry Orlov scoring twice on just 3 shots. Martin Necas added his 6th goal of the season and picked up his 12th assist on Orlov's second goal. Andrei Svechnikov closed out the scoring with an empty-netter, his 6th goal of the year.</p> <p>The Hurricanes scored once in the first period, twice in the second, and added their final goal with just 9 seconds left in the game. They had 14 offensive giveaways and were unable to convert on any power play opportunities.</p><p>Carolina's defense gave up two late goals in the first period but locked things down after that, not allowing another goal in the 2nd or 3rd. Pyotr Kochetkov made 19 saves, finishing with a 90.5% save percentage. The Hurricanes' defense also recorded 7 takeaways, 10 hits, and 11 blocks.</p><h3>Does Washington Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>The Capitals fell to 21-8-2 after a 4-2 loss to the Hurricanes. Washington’s defense struggled, allowing 44 shots on goal. The Capitals trailed early but took the lead with two goals in the first period, only for the Hurricanes to score three unanswered goals.</p>

<p>Washington was the underdog on the puck line, and the total for the game was set at 6 goals, which ended up being the exact combined score. Alex Ovechkin and Brandon Duhaime each scored for the Capitals, but they couldn’t find the net after the first period.</p><p>Washington’s offense got off to a quick start with two first-period goals in their 4-2 loss to Carolina. Alex Ovechkin netted his 7th goal of the season on a power play, while Brandon Duhaime followed with his 2nd goal. Ovechkin took 5 shots on goal, and Duhaime had 3.</p> <p>The Capitals registered 21 shots on goal but struggled with giveaways, committing 15. John Carlson picked up his 7th assist on Ovechkin’s goal, and Dylan Strome added his 13th assist.</p><p>Defensively, the Capitals allowed the first goal at 5:59 in the first period and three more after taking a 2-1 lead. Carolina scored twice in the second period and added an empty-net goal with 9 seconds left in the third. Charlie Lindgren made 41 saves with a 93.2% save percentage, while the Capitals' defense recorded 2 takeaways and 20 hits.</p>

Carolina Hurricanes vs Washington Capitals Betting Pick & Prediction 12/20/24

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.
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<p>Looking to win big? The Jayhawks and Cyclones face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN2. The Cyclones are hosting the game at Hilton Coliseum in Ames, IA. The over/under for this Big 12 conference contest is set at 144 points, with Iowa State being favored by -5.5 at home against Kansas.</p><h3>KANSAS JAYHAWKS VS IOWA STATE CYCLONES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Iowa State Cyclones -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hilton Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IOWA STATE CYCLONES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Cyclones.</li><li>Not only will Iowa State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Jayhawks Win in Ames?</h3><p>Kansas improved to 12-3 on the season with a 54-40 win over Cincinnati on Saturday. The Jayhawks entered the game as +1 point underdogs but covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Trailing 25-24 at halftime, Kansas clamped down defensively in the 2nd half, allowing just 15 points while scoring 30. The game’s total points of 94 fell well below the O/U line of 136.5.</p><p>Kansas struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 54 points with a field goal percentage of 35.3%. Their effective field goal percentage was 36.8%, and they hit only 2 of 21 three-point attempts, shooting 9.5% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Kansas shot 46.8% on two-point attempts, and they grabbed 15 offensive rebounds. Hunter Dickinson contributed 14 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 43.8% from the field and missing all three of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Despite giving up 12 offensive rebounds, Kansas held their opponent to just 40 points in their previous game. The Jayhawks' defense limited their opponent to 30% shooting overall, with a 40% mark on two-point attempts (15/37).</p> <p>Kansas was particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where their opponent shot just 13% (3/22). The Jayhawks also kept their opponent off the free-throw line, allowing only 2 attempts, of which 1 was made.</p><h3>Can the Iowa State Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Iowa State improved to 14-1 on the season with a narrow 85-84 win over Texas Tech on Saturday. The Cyclones, who were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 169 went over the pre-game line of 147.5.</p> <p>After trailing 40-34 at halftime, Iowa State turned things around in the second half, outscoring Texas Tech 40-34 to secure the win. The Cyclones’ ability to tighten up defensively and execute offensively in the second half was key to their victory.</p><p>Iowa State's offense put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 52.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.6%. They hit 59.5% of their two-point attempts (25/42) and connected on 35.3% from beyond the arc (6/17). At the free-throw line, the Cyclones shot 70.8%, making 17 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>Curtis Jones led the way with 26 points, hitting 3 of 7 from three-point range. Christian Anderson was perfect from deep, going 4 for 4, and finished with 18 points, as did JT Toppin and Chance McMillian. Toppin also grabbed 9 rebounds, while Darrion Williams added 15 points and 6 boards.</p><p>Iowa State's defense struggled, giving up 84 points on 42% shooting from the field. They allowed 19 two-point baskets on 46 attempts, a 41% success rate for the opposition.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponents shot 45%, hitting 9 of 20 threes. Iowa State also sent them to the line 24 times, where they converted 19 free throws, a 79% clip.</p>

Kansas Jayhawks vs Iowa State Cyclones NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>At 8:00 ET, the 4th-ranked Orlando Magic (+183) will travel to take on the 5th-ranked Milwaukee Bucks (-227) in a game that will be played at Fiserv Forum. The over/under line for the game is currently sitting at 211.</p>

<p>This Eastern Conference matchup will be televised on FDSW.</p><h3>ORLANDO MAGIC VS MILWAUKEE BUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Bucks -6</p><p>This game will be played at Fiserv Forum at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MILWAUKEE BUCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 140-86 in favor of the Bucks.</li><li>Our projections have Giannis Antetokounmpo finishing with 30 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bucks finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.1% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Magic Pull Through as the Away Underdog?</h3><p>The Magic improved to 23-18 on the season with a 104-99 win over the 76ers on Sunday. Orlando, playing at home, covered the spread as 2-point favorites. The game’s total of 203 points fell just short of the 207.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>Orlando’s strong 4th quarter was the difference, as they outscored Philadelphia 31-22 after trailing 77-73 going into the final period.</p><p>Cole Anthony led the Magic with 27 points in their win over the 76ers, scoring 11 in the 1st quarter. Jonathan Isaac and Paolo Banchero added 20 points each, with Isaac scoring 13 in the 4th. Anthony Black contributed 8 of his 17 points in the 3rd quarter.</p> <p>Orlando shot 48.8% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 7 threes at 23.3%. Isaac made 2 threes, shooting 50% from deep, while Anthony also connected on 2, shooting 33.3% from three-point range.</p><p>Defensively, the Magic held the 76ers to 99 points on Sunday, despite Philadelphia shooting 45% from the field. Orlando allowed 21 points in the 1st quarter and 22 in the 4th, helping secure the win.</p> <p>Orlando struggled to defend the three, with the 76ers hitting 12 threes at 41%. The Magic also sent Philadelphia to the line 22 times, where they made 21 free throws. Orlando gave up just 3 offensive rebounds while tallying 10 steals and 9 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Bucks Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>The Bucks improved to 21-17 on the season with a 130-115 win over the Kings on Tuesday. Milwaukee, who were -2 point favorites, covered the spread at home. The game’s total of 245 points exceeded the O/U line of 227.5 by 17.5 points.</p> <p>A 14-0 run by the Bucks early in the game stretched their lead from 26-17 to 40-17. Milwaukee and Sacramento played evenly in the 2nd and 3rd quarters, but the Bucks entered the 4th with a 102-82 lead. The Kings outscored the Bucks 33-28 in the final period.</p><p>Giannis Antetokounmpo's triple-double of 33 points, 13 assists, and 11 rebounds led the Bucks to a 130-115 win over the Kings, as he shot 60.9% from the field. Damian Lillard added 24 points, hitting 5 threes at a 62.5% clip, while Brook Lopez contributed 21 points, knocking down 3 threes.</p> <p>The Bucks connected on 17 threes, shooting 37.8% from deep and 49.5% overall. Giannis scored 15 points in the 1st quarter, while Lillard added 10 in both the 1st and 4th quarters.</p><p>Even with a rough 4th quarter, the Bucks' defense held strong, giving up 115 points to the Kings on 44% shooting. Milwaukee allowed 26 points in the 1st quarter, followed by 28 in both the 2nd and 3rd.</p> <p>The Bucks struggled to contain the Kings from deep, allowing 17 threes on 40% shooting. They sent Sacramento to the line 18 times, where they hit 14 free throws. Milwaukee grabbed 41 defensive rebounds, gave up 9 offensive boards, and recorded 2 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

Orlando Magic vs Milwaukee Bucks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Cleveland Cavaliers (-146) will host the Oklahoma City Thunder (+124) in a non-conference matchup. The Cavaliers are currently favored by 3 points and will be looking to extend their 10-game win streak.</p>

<p>This game will be played at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland and can be seen on ESPN. The over/under line for the game is currently set at 228 points.</p><h3>OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER VS CLEVELAND CAVALIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cleveland Cavaliers -3</p><p>This game will be played at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CLEVELAND CAVALIERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 136-108 in favor of the Cavaliers.</li><li>Our projections have Donovan Mitchell finishing with 23 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Cavaliers finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.6% and knocking down 18 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Thunder Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>The Thunder improved to 30-5 on the season with a 105-92 win over the Celtics on Sunday. Oklahoma City, who were +1 point underdogs, covered the spread at home. The game’s total of 197 points fell well below the 225-point line.</p> <p>Boston led 65-55 at halftime, but the Thunder’s defense took over, holding the Celtics to 27 points in the second half. Oklahoma City outscored Boston 29-12 in the 4th quarter to seal the win.</p><p>Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder to a win over the Celtics with 33 points, 11 rebounds, and 6 assists, shooting 47.8% from the field and hitting 3 threes at 50%. Aaron Wiggins added 15 points, also connecting on 3 threes at 50%, while Luguentz Dort contributed 14 points, making 4 threes at 44.4%.</p> <p>Oklahoma City hit 16 threes as a team, shooting 42.1% from beyond the arc, despite an overall field goal percentage of 44.8%. Dort scored 11 of his points in the 4th quarter, while Gilgeous-Alexander added 7 in the final period.</p><p>After giving up 65 points in the first half, the Thunder’s defense clamped down in the 3rd and 4th quarters, allowing just 27 points to the Celtics in a 105-92 win. Oklahoma City held Boston to 36% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Thunder were especially effective at defending the three, with the Celtics making only 9 threes on 19% shooting. Oklahoma City also recorded 11 steals and 6 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Can The Cavaliers Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>The Cavaliers improved to 31-4 this season with a 115-105 win over the Hornets on Sunday. Cleveland was favored by 16 points at home, but Charlotte kept it closer than expected. The total points for the game came in at 220, falling short of the 230.5 O/U line.</p> <p>A key moment in the game was a 10-0 run by the Cavaliers, which stretched their lead from 34-25 to 44-25. Cleveland led 91-78 going into the 4th quarter, but the Hornets outscored them 27-24 in the final period.</p><p>Darius Garland led the Cavaliers with 25 points and 4 made threes at 57.1% shooting in their win over the Hornets, while Jarrett Allen and Donovan Mitchell each contributed 19 points. Allen was nearly perfect from the field, hitting 90% of his shots, and Mitchell added 3 threes at 42.9% efficiency.</p> <p>The Cavs made 15 threes as a team, shooting 34.9% from beyond the arc, and finished with an overall field goal percentage of 47.8%. Garland scored 8 points in the 3rd quarter, while Mitchell added 9 in the 3rd and another 8 in the 4th.</p><p>The Cavaliers held the Hornets to 105 points on Sunday, allowing 23 points in the 1st quarter and 25 in the 2nd. Charlotte scored 30 in the 3rd, but Cleveland limited them to 27 in the 4th to secure the win.</p> <p>Defensively, the Cavaliers held the Hornets to 41% shooting, including 35% from three-point range, where Charlotte made 15 threes. Cleveland sent the Hornets to the line 19 times, where they hit 14 free throws. The Cavaliers also recorded 5 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25

<p>At 9:30 ET, the Timberwolves (-217) will host the Warriors (+182) in a Western Conference matchup. Minnesota is favored by 5.5 points and the over/under is set at 215.5.</p>

<p>Golden State (19-20) has lost two in a row and is 12th in the Western Conference. Minnesota (21-18) is 8th in the West and 5th in the Northwest Division.</p><h3>GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS VS MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Timberwolves -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Target Center at 9:30 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 123-111 in favor of the Timberwolves.</li><li>Our projections have Anthony Edwards finishing with 26 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Timberwolves finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.3% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Warriors Win on the Road?</h3><p>The Warriors dropped to 19-20 on the season following a 104-101 road loss to the Raptors on Monday. Golden State, who entered the game as 5.5-point favorites, not only lost straight up but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game came in well under the 229.5-point line, with the teams combining for just 205 points.</p> <p>Golden State appeared to be in control after a 12-0 run stretched their lead from 41-36 to 53-36. However, they couldn’t hold on, as the Raptors outscored them 29-23 in the 4th quarter to complete the comeback.</p><p>The Warriors struggled offensively in their loss to the Raptors, shooting just 39.8% from the field. They connected on 16 threes, hitting 34.8% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Stephen Curry led the way with 26 points, 7 assists, and 7 rebounds, making 4 threes at 40%. Andrew Wiggins also hit 4 threes, finishing with 20 points, including 7 in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Warriors held the Raptors to 104 points but couldn't secure the win. Golden State gave up 28 points in the 1st quarter and 29 in the 4th, but they tightened up in the middle, allowing 24 in the 2nd and 23 in the 3rd.</p> <p>The Warriors limited Toronto to 12 made threes, even though the Raptors shot 41% from deep. Golden State also sent Toronto to the line 15 times, where they made 10 free throws. The Warriors recorded 11 steals and 4 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for Minnesota as Home Favorites</h3><p>On Monday, January 13th, the Timberwolves improved to 21-18 with a 120-106 win over the Wizards. Minnesota was favored by 14.5 points heading into the game but fell just short of covering the spread. The total score of 226 points narrowly exceeded the pre-game O/U line of 223.5.</p> <p>After leading 25-20 after the 1st quarter, Minnesota allowed Washington to win the 2nd and 3rd quarters by a point each. The Timberwolves took control in the 4th, going on an 11-0 run to extend the score from 93-89 to 100-93, and outscored the Wizards 38-27 in the final period.</p><p>Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves to a win over the Wizards, scoring 41 points and hitting 5 threes at 45.5% efficiency. He was especially dominant in the 4th quarter, putting up 20 points. Overall, he shot 56% from the field and added 7 assists and 6 rebounds.</p> <p>Julius Randle contributed 20 points and 10 rebounds, scoring 7 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters. The Timberwolves hit 14 threes as a team, shooting 37.8% from beyond the arc and 49.4% overall.</p><p>The Timberwolves held the Wizards to 106 points on Monday, with their best defensive effort coming in the 1st quarter, where they allowed just 20 points. They gave up 27 points in both the 2nd and 4th quarters and 32 in the 3rd. Overall, Minnesota limited Washington to 44% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Minnesota struggled to defend the three-point line, allowing the Wizards to hit 17 threes at a 42% clip. However, they sent Washington to the free-throw line only 15 times, where the Wizards made 9. The Timberwolves also recorded 8 steals and 6 blocks in the game.</p>

Golden State Warriors vs Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Crimson and Gaels face off at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. The Gaels are hosting the game at Hynes Athletics Center in New Rochelle, NY. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Iona as the -4.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 140.5 points.</p><h3>HARVARD CRIMSON VS IONA GAELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Iona Gaels -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hynes Athletics Center at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IONA GAELS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Gaels.</li><li>Not only will Iona pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Crimson Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>Harvard’s season continues to be a struggle, as their record dropped to 3-8 following a 77-63 home loss to Furman on Saturday. The Crimson entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 140, just over the O/U line of 139.5.</p> <p>Harvard led 32-31 at halftime but couldn’t maintain their momentum, allowing 46 points in the 2nd half while scoring just 31.</p><p>Harvard's offense managed just 63 points in their last game, shooting 37.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 44.8%. They hit 8 of 25 from beyond the arc, connecting at a 32% rate, while their free-throw shooting was stellar, going 11 for 12 (91.7%).</p> <p>PJay Smith Jr. led the way with 25 points, hitting 5 of 7 from three-point range and finishing 8 of 11 overall. He also contributed 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Chandler Pigge added 16 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 54.5% from the field.</p><p>Even though Harvard's defense held their opponent to 37% shooting from the field, they still gave up 77 points. The Crimson allowed 14 two-point field goals on 33 attempts, a 42% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Harvard's defense saw their opponent hit 8 threes on 25 attempts, good for 32%. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 12 times, where they converted 11 shots, a 91% success rate.</p><h3>Does Iona Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><h3>Iona Gaels Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Iona improved to 4-8 on the season with a 79-73 win over Colgate on Sunday. The Gaels, who were +4 underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Leading 36-32 at halftime, Iona scored 43 points in the 2nd half while allowing 41. The game’s total points of 152 went over the O/U line of 137.5.</p><p>Iona's offense put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 49.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54%. They hit 58.5% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 31.8% from beyond the arc, making 7 of 22 threes. At the free-throw line, the Gaels shot 62.5%, hitting 10 of 16 attempts.</p> <p>Nicolas Louis-Jacques led the way with 27 points, shooting 61.1% overall and 4 of 11 from three. Dejour Reaves added 20 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 56.2% from the field and 40% from deep. Iona also grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists in the win.</p><p>Iona's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 73 points on 53% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 57% of their two-point shots, going 16/28 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Iona's defense allowed 10/21 shooting, a 47% clip. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 11 free throws (68%). Iona gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

Harvard Crimson vs Iona Gaels NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/29/24

<p>Betting on today's Terriers and Mocs game? Catch the action at McKenzie Arena in Chattanooga, TN, as the Mocs hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. This Southern conference matchup has an over/under of 147.5 points, and Chattanooga is favored to win by -3.5 at home vs. Wofford.</p><h3>WOFFORD TERRIERS VS CHATTANOOGA MOCS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chattanooga Mocs -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at McKenzie Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHATTANOOGA MOCS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Mocs.</li><li>Not only will Chattanooga pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Terriers Pull Off a Win at Chattanooga?</h3><h3>Wofford Terriers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Terriers evened their record at 8-8 after an 81-62 road win over Furman on Monday. Wofford, who entered the game as +7 underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Wofford dominated the first half, taking a 40-20 lead into halftime. They scored 41 points in the second half while allowing 42. The total points for the game were 143, surpassing the O/U line of 139.5.</p><p>Wofford's offense put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 47.1% from the field and hitting 40.6% from beyond the arc, connecting on 13 of 32 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage stood at 55.9%, and they grabbed 20 offensive rebounds, with 15 assists as a team.</p> <p>Dillon Bailey led the way with 19 points, shooting 7 of 10 overall and 5 of 7 from three-point range. Corey Tripp added 16 points, while Charles Johnston contributed 14 points and 7 rebounds, hitting 4 of 8 from deep.</p><p>Wofford's defense held their opponent to just 62 points on 33% shooting from the field, as they went 23/69 overall. Inside the arc, Wofford allowed 42% shooting, with the opponent hitting 15 of their 35 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Wofford's defense limited their opponent to 8/34 shooting, just 23%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 8, shooting 61%. Wofford gave up 18 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Mocs Hold Strong at Home?</h3><h3>Chattanooga Mocs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Chattanooga improved to 8-7 on the season with a 91-66 win over VMI on Sunday. Playing at home, the Mocs entered the game as -13.5 point favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 157, surpassing the over/under line of 149.5.</p> 

<p>Chattanooga dominated the first half, leading 51-22 at the break. While they scored 40 points in the second half, they allowed 44 points, which could be a concern moving forward.</p><p>Chattanooga's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 91 points with a field goal percentage of 62%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 80%, thanks in large part to their 67.9% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 19 of 28 attempts. They also connected on 83.3% of their free throws, going 10 for 12 from the line.</p> <p>Honor Huff led the way with 31 points, hitting 9 of 10 threes and shooting 75% overall. The Mocs dished out 24 assists, with Garrison Keeslar contributing 5 to go along with 11 points and 3 made threes. Augustinas Kiudulas added 20 points and 10 rebounds, while Frank Champion and Bash Wieland both shot 71.4% from the field.</p><p>Chattanooga's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 66 points on 62% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to shoot 54% from two-point range, making 12 of 22 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Chattanooga allowed 19 threes on 28 attempts, a 67% shooting performance. Their opponent also shot 83% from the free-throw line, hitting 10 of 12 attempts. Chattanooga did limit offensive rebounds, giving up just 3.</p>

Wofford Terriers vs Chattanooga Mocs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

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<p>At 7:30 ET, the Celtics (-852) will take on the Raptors (+578) in a divisional matchup. Boston is currently favored by 13.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 230.</p>

<p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto. The Celtics (28-11) are 2nd in the Eastern Conference, while the Raptors (9-31) are 13th.</p><h3>BOSTON CELTICS VS TORONTO RAPTORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Raptors +13.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Arena at 7:30 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TORONTO RAPTORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 143-139 in favor of the Raptors.</li><li>Our projections have RJ Barrett finishing with 22 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Raptors finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.2% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Celtics Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Boston improved to 28-11 on the season with a 120-119 win over the Pelicans on Sunday. The Celtics were at home and heavily favored by 15 points, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total score of 239 points went over the 230.5-point line.</p> <p>After trailing 35-29 in the 1st quarter, Boston took control by winning the 2nd quarter 33-26. They edged out the Pelicans 28-27 in the 3rd quarter and went into the 4th with a 90-88 lead. New Orleans won the 4th quarter 31-30, but Boston held on for the win.</p><p>Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 38 points and 11 rebounds in their win over the Pelicans, adding 13 points in the 1st quarter and another 10 in the 4th. Kristaps Porzingis contributed 19 points, with 9 coming in the opening period.</p> <p>Boston struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 29.5% of their threes, making 13 in total. Their overall field goal percentage was 43.6%.</p><p>Even with a shaky start, giving up 35 points in the 1st quarter, the Celtics tightened up defensively in the 2nd and 3rd quarters, allowing 26 and 27 points, respectively. They gave up 31 points in the 4th but managed to hold on for the win, despite allowing the Pelicans to shoot 46% from the field.</p> <p>Boston struggled to defend the three-point line, where New Orleans hit 17 threes on 45% shooting. The Pelicans also went 22/26 from the free-throw line. The Celtics finished with 37 defensive rebounds, allowing 6 offensive boards, and added 5 steals and 7 blocks.</p><h3>Does Toronto Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>The Raptors improved to 9-31 on the season after a 104-101 home win over the Warriors on Monday. Toronto entered the game as +5.5 underdogs and covered the spread with the victory. The total points for the game were 205, well below the O/U line of 229.5.</p> <p>Toronto fell behind after a 12-0 Warriors run, but they battled back. Golden State led 78-75 going into the 4th quarter, but the Raptors outscored them 29-23 in the final period to secure the win.</p><p>Scottie Barnes led the Raptors with 23 points and 8 rebounds in their win over the Warriors, shooting 42.9% from the field. Chris Boucher added 18 points, hitting 3 threes at 60% efficiency, and RJ Barrett chipped in 15 points despite shooting 42.9%.</p> <p>Boucher was key in the 4th quarter, scoring 17 of his 18 points. The Raptors made 12 threes, shooting 41.4% from beyond the arc, and finished with a 47.7% overall field goal percentage.</p><p>The Raptors put together a strong defensive performance, holding the Warriors to 101 points on 39% shooting. Toronto allowed 26 points in the 1st quarter, 28 in the 3rd, and 24 in the 2nd, but they tightened up in the 4th, giving up just 23 points to secure the win.</p> <p>Golden State hit 16 threes at a 34% clip, and the Raptors sent them to the line 22 times, where they made 15 free throws. Toronto finished with 30 defensive rebounds, allowed 14 offensive boards, and recorded 9 blocks.</p>

Boston Celtics vs Toronto Raptors Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>The Miami Heat (+165) travel to take on the Los Angeles Lakers (-198) in a non-conference matchup. The Lakers (-4.5) are favored and have lost three straight games. Tip-off is scheduled for 10:00 ET at Crypto.com Arena.</p>

<p>The Heat (20-18) are 7th in the East and 2nd in the Southeast Division. The Lakers (20-17) are 7th in the West and 2nd in the Pacific Division. The over/under line for this game is 217.5 points. SN-LA will televise the game.</p><h3>MIAMI HEAT VS LOS ANGELES LAKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Lakers -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Crypto.com Arena at 10:00 ET on Wednesday, January 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES LAKERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 125-111 in favor of the Lakers.</li><li>Our projections have Anthony Davis finishing with 25 points, 13 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Lakers finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.0% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Miami Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>Miami dropped to 20-18 on the season following a 109-98 road loss to the Clippers on Monday. The Heat, who were +8.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread, losing by 11 points. The game’s total of 207 points fell short of the 216.5-point over/under line.</p> <p>Miami started strong, leading 35-28 after the 1st quarter, but managed just 13 points in the 2nd. The Clippers went on an 11-0 run, turning a 59-54 lead into 65-59, and outscored the Heat 36-20 in the 3rd quarter. Miami couldn’t close the gap in the 4th, as both teams scored 30 points in the final period.</p><p>In Monday's loss to the Clippers, the Heat managed just 98 points, shooting 38.8% from the field. Their three-point shooting was below average at 32.7%, but they hit 17 threes overall.</p> <p>Tyler Herro led Miami with 32 points, 11 rebounds, and 7 assists, scoring 12 points in the 1st quarter and 9 more in the 4th. Kel'el Ware added 19 points and 13 rebounds, with 13 of his points coming in the final period.</p><p>The Heat put together a strong defensive effort in the 2nd quarter, holding the Clippers to just 15 points, but they struggled in the 3rd, allowing 36 points. Overall, Miami gave up 109 points on 48% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Heat allowed 13 made threes on 36% shooting. They sent the Clippers to the free-throw line 10 times, where they made 6. Miami finished with 40 defensive rebounds, gave up 7 offensive boards, and recorded 7 steals.</p><h3>Will the Lakers Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>The Lakers fell to 20-17 on the season after a 126-102 home loss to the Spurs on Monday. Los Angeles, favored by 4 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 228 went over the 220.5-point line.</p> <p>After leading 62-53 at halftime, the Lakers allowed the Spurs to go on a 10-0 run, stretching the score from 84-76 to 94-76. Los Angeles managed only 13 points in the 4th quarter while San Antonio scored 37.</p><p>In their 126-102 loss to the Spurs, the Lakers shot 44.8% from the field and 31.8% from three-point range, hitting 14 threes overall. Anthony Davis led the way with 30 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 72.2% from the field and making 2 threes at 40%.</p> <p>LeBron James added 18 points, 8 assists, and 5 rebounds, hitting 66.7% of his threes, while Austin Reaves contributed 12 points and 8 assists despite shooting just 30.8% from the field and 28.6% from deep.</p><p>The Lakers' defense struggled in the 3rd and 4th quarters, giving up 36 and 37 points, respectively, in a 126-102 loss to the Spurs. Overall, they allowed San Antonio to shoot 53% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Spurs hit 13 threes at a 37% clip. The Lakers sent them to the line 20 times, where they made 17 free throws. Defensively, the Lakers recorded 9 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

Miami Heat vs Los Angeles Lakers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/15/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Panthers and Golden Lions. The game is starting at 6:30 ET on None, and it's hosted by the Golden Lions at H. O. Clemmons Arena in Pine Bluff, AR. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this Southwestern Athletic conference contest is set at 155 points, with UAPB being favored by -1 at home against Prairie View A&M.</p><h3>PRAIRIE VIEW A&M PANTHERS VS UAPB GOLDEN LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UAPB Golden Lions -1</p><p>This game will be played at H. O. Clemmons Arena at 6:30 ET on Saturday, February 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UAPB GOLDEN LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Golden Lions.</li><li>Not only will UAPB pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Prairie View A&M Be The Talk of H. O. Clemmons Arena?</h3><p>After losing their last two games, Prairie View A&M is 10-16 overall this season. The Panthers have gone 6-8 in Southwestern Athletic action and 4-8 against non-conference opponents. On the road, they have a record of 5-12.</p>

<p>So far this season, Prairie View A&M has been the underdog in 17 of their 26 games. They are 4-13 in these matchups. The Panthers' average scoring margin on the road is -11.1 points per game.</p><p>As the underdog, Prairie View A&M has struggled against the spread this season, going 7-10. On the road, the Panthers have an ATS mark of 8-9 this year and are just 3-7 vs. the spread in their last 10 road games. Their overall ATS record for the season is 9-16.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record in Prairie View A&M games is 14-11. Today's over/under line of 155 is higher than the average OU line in their games this season (144.3). In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total in those games is 140 points.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the Prairie View A&M offense tallied 74 points in a matchup against Grambling State. Their field goal percentage for the game was 50.9%, and they made 6 threes. The top scorer for the Panthers was Brian Myles with 27 points, while Javontae Hopkins also added 27 to the scoreboard.</p><p>Currently, the Panthers' defense holds the 283rd rank in the nation, allowing 76.7 points per game. So far, the Prairie View A&M defense is giving up an average of 9.5 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 11.8 times per game (588th).</p><h3>Can the Golden Lions Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>UAPB will be looking to snap a two-game home losing streak when they take on Prairie View A&M. The Golden Lions are 2-5 at home this season, and they come into this game with an 11-15 overall record.</p>

<p>On the year, UAPB has been favored in six games, going 4-2 in those contests. They have gone 7-7 in Southwestern Athletic Conference play, and they are coming off a 75-67 loss to Alabama A&M.</p><p>As the favorite, UAPB has an ATS record of just 1-9 in their last 10 games. At home, their ATS mark is just 1-6 this season and 1-4 in their last 5. Overall, they are just 8-14-1 vs. the spread this year.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record for UAPB games is 14-9 and today's line of 155 is just below the average over/under line of 156.3 for their games this year. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 145 points and their over/under record during this stretch is 1-2. So far this year, 11 of their games have finished with more points than today's line of 155.</p><p>Compared to their season average of 80.2 points per game, UAPB struggled in their previous game. Against Alabama A&M, the Golden Lions scored 67 points while finishing with a field goal percentage of 31.8%. Leading UAPB in scoring vs. Alabama A&M was Rashad Williams with his 23 points. Joe French also added 16 points for the Golden Lions.</p><p>At this time, the Golden Lions' defense is positioned 337th in the country, permitting 82.2 points per game. Against Alabama A&M in their most recent game, the UAPB defense gave up a total of 75 points while allowing Alabama A&M to hit 39% of their shots.</p>

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