<p>Looking to win big? The Golden Knights and Predators face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Predators are hosting the game at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN. The Golden Knights are favored by -1.5 in a Western conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 6 goals.</p><h3>VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS VS NASHVILLE PREDATORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Nashville Predators +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bridgestone Arena at 8:00 ET on Tuesday, January 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NASHVILLE PREDATORS:</h3><ul><li>Despite being 1.5 goal underdogs, we predict the Predators to come out on top with a final score of 4-2.</li><li>We like the Predators on the moneyline (-103)</li><li>The Predators are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Will Vegas Come Through as Road Favorites?</h3><p>Vegas improved to 29-11-3 with a 4-3 overtime win against Utah. The Golden Knights were favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 7 goals went over the line.</p> 

<p>The Golden Knights trailed 2-0 before scoring four straight goals. Four different players found the net for Vegas, with Brett Howden scoring the game-winner at 17:45 in overtime.</p><p>In their recent game, the Golden Knights fired 35 shots on goal, scoring four times in a 4-3 overtime victory. Brett Howden netted his 6th goal of the season, while William Karlsson added his 2nd. Pavel Dorofeyev scored his 7th, and Noah Hanifin contributed his 2nd goal of the year.</p> <p>Hanifin also picked up two assists, bringing his total to 5 for the season. Tomas Hertl recorded his 8th assist, and Mark Stone added his 15th. The Golden Knights ended the game with 13 giveaways.</p><p>Defensively, the Golden Knights will look to improve after allowing the first two goals and a late equalizer in their previous game against Utah. Adin Hill finished with 16 saves and a save percentage of 84.2%. The defense also contributed 10 takeaways and 22 hits.</p><h3>Will Nashville Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Nashville improved to 13-22-7 with a 5-2 road win over the Avalanche. The Predators covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 7 goals went over the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 1-0 in the second period, the Predators responded with five unanswered goals. Nashville had five different players score in the game.</p><p>Nashville’s offense was held scoreless in the first period before Steven Stamkos netted his second goal of the season, this one coming on a power play. Colton Sissons followed with his first goal of the year. Roman Josi added another power-play goal, his first of the season, while Filip Forsberg scored his seventh on an empty net. Gustav Nyquist closed out the scoring with his fourth goal, also on an empty net.</p> <p>The Predators took 25 shots on goal and recorded 15 giveaways. They finished with two power-play goals and two empty-netters. Nashville had five different players find the back of the net and tallied a total of 7 assists.</p><p>Defensively, the Predators allowed the first goal 2:54 into the second period and another late in the third, but they held on for a 5-2 win over the Avalanche. Juuse Saros made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, and Nashville's defense recorded 4 takeaways and 23 hits.</p>

Vegas Golden Knights vs Nashville Predators Betting Pick & Prediction 1/14/25

<p>Betting on today's Islanders and Blues game? Catch the action at Enterprise Center in St. Louis, MO, as the Blues hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Islanders are the -1.5 goal favorites in this non-conference matchup against Blues. The over/under for the game is set at 5.5 goals.</p><h3>NEW YORK ISLANDERS VS ST. LOUIS BLUES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: St. Louis Blues +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Enterprise Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, October 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ST. LOUIS BLUES:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-3 win for the Blues.</li><li>We like the Blues on the moneyline (+113)</li><li>The Blues are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Will the Islanders Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>With a 6-2 win over the Avalanche, the Islanders improved to 1-1-1. New York trailed early, but Anders Lee tied it up at 14:27 in the first period, and they never looked back, scoring six unanswered goals.</p> 

<p>The Islanders also covered the puck line as underdogs and surpassed the 6.5 total, with the game’s 8 combined goals. Five different players scored for New York in the victory.</p><p>In their 6-2 win over the Avalanche, the Islanders fired 37 shots on goal and netted six, with Brock Nelson scoring twice. Mathew Barzal added his first goal of the season on an empty net, while Anthony Duclair, Anders Lee, and Kyle Palmieri each found the back of the net.</p> <p>The Isles scored twice in each period, with Nelson’s second goal coming shorthanded. They recorded 20 giveaways and 8 assists, including Bo Horvat’s first of the season.</p><p>Defensively, the Islanders will look to carry over their performance from the previous game, where they gave up just two goals to Colorado. Ilya Sorokin made 32 saves, posting a 94.1% save percentage. The Islanders’ defense also contributed 5 takeaways, 12 hits, and 21 blocks.</p><h3>Will St. Louis Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>After a 4-1 loss to the Wild, the Blues are now 2-2-0 this season. St. Louis was the underdog on the puck line, and the total was set at 6 goals, but the combined score reached only 5.</p> 

<p>Defensively, the Blues struggled, allowing the Wild to score first at 16:10 in the opening period. St. Louis didn’t find the net until 10:10 in the third period, when Mathieu Joseph scored, cutting the deficit to 3-1.</p><p>St. Louis took 28 shots on goal in their 4-1 loss to the Wild, but only Mathieu Joseph found the net, scoring his first goal of the season at 9:50 in the third period. Zachary Bolduc, with his first assist of the season, and Philip Broberg, who now has three assists, were credited on the play.</p> <p>The Blues were held scoreless through the first two periods before Joseph’s goal made it 3-1. St. Louis had 16 giveaways and failed to convert on any power play opportunities.</p><p>Defensively, the Blues allowed the first goal just 3:50 into the game and conceded another 7:52 into the second period. They also gave up two more goals in the third, including one just 46 seconds in. Jordan Binnington made 23 saves with a save percentage of 88.5%.</p>

New York Islanders vs St. Louis Blues Betting Pick & Prediction 10/17/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Panthers and Hockey Club game? Catch the action at Delta Center in Salt Lake City, UT, as the Hockey Club hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on TNT. The Panthers are the -1.5 goal favorites in this non-conference matchup against Hockey Club. The over/under for the game is set at 6 goals.</p><h3>FLORIDA PANTHERS VS UTAH HOCKEY CLUB BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Hockey Club +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Delta Center at 10:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH HOCKEY CLUB:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 3-2 win for the Hockey Club.</li><li>We like the Hockey Club on the moneyline (+115)</li><li>The Hockey Club are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Panthers Pull Off a Win at Salt Lake City?</h3><p>Florida improved to 24-15-2 with a 4-2 win over the Stars. As -1.5 goal favorites, the Panthers covered the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 6 fell just short.</p> 

<p>All four of Florida’s goals came from different players. After leading 2-0, the Stars tied it up in the second period. A.J. Greer scored the go-ahead goal in the third, and Sam Reinhart added an empty-netter to seal the win.</p><p>Carolina's offense fired 25 shots on goal, with A.J. Greer finding the net for the first time this season. Sam Reinhart added his 10th goal, scoring on an empty net. The Panthers had 16 giveaways and scored twice in the third period.</p> <p>Four different players scored for the Panthers, with Evan Rodrigues netting his third goal of the season. Matthew Tkachuk added his third goal as well, this time on a power play. Carolina finished with 6 assists in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Panthers will look to carry over their strong performance from their previous game, where they allowed just two goals to the Stars. Spencer Knight made 23 saves with a 92% save percentage, and the defense added 8 takeaways and 22 hits. After giving up two goals in the second period, the Panthers shut out the Stars in the third, helping secure a 4-2 win.</p><h3>Will the Utah Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>Utah Hockey Club fell to 17-15-7 after a 4-3 loss to the Golden Knights. Utah held a 2-0 lead, but Vegas scored four unanswered goals. Utah was the underdog on the puck line, and the total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Logan Cooley opened the scoring for Utah at 11:52 in the first period. Ian Cole added another goal in the second period, but Vegas responded with two goals in the second and two more in the third to secure the win.</p><p>Utah Hockey Club netted three goals in their recent 4-3 loss to the Golden Knights. Logan Cooley opened the scoring with his second goal of the season, while Ian Cole added his first. Alexander Kerfoot rounded out the scoring with his second goal, tying the game 3-3 in the third period.</p> <p>Nick Bjugstad picked up two assists, bringing his season total to two. The team managed 19 shots on goal but was held scoreless on the power play.</p><p>Utah's defense will be looking to bounce back after allowing four goals to Vegas, including the game-winner in overtime. They had taken a 2-0 lead, but the Golden Knights scored twice late in the second period and added two more in the 3rd and OT. Connor Ingram made 31 saves with an 88.6% save percentage, and the defense contributed 8 takeaways and 21 hits.</p>

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Major League Baseball (MLB) might not be the most popular sport in the world to wager on, but it still presents a really good betting option. MLB betting comes in many different forms, and this is a season that presents plenty of betting opportunities as well.

Major League Baseball was founded all the way back in 1876, but the league has obviously gone through some major changes since that time. Most of the major rules are still in place, but the way that the game is played is now much different.

There are currently 30 teams in MLB, and every team plays 162 games during the regular season. MLB games typically start at the end of March, or early April, and the World Series wraps up during the first week of November.

MLB teams are split up into leagues and divisions, but there is now more crossover games than ever before. The American League and National League now operate under the same basic rules, and that keeps things similar regardless of what league you are looking at.

Knowing the best MLB betting sites &amp; sportsbooks is also important if you plan to bet on MLB, and this article will explore that as well. By the time you are done reading this article, you should be ready to bet on baseball.
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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.

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<p>Betting on today's Wildcats and Jayhawks game? Catch the action at Allen Fieldhouse in Lawrence, KS, as the Jayhawks hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on CBS. The over/under for this Big 12 conference contest is set at 141.5 points, with Kansas being favored by -15.5 at home against Kansas State.</p><h3>KANSAS STATE WILDCATS VS KANSAS JAYHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kansas State Wildcats +15.5</p><p>This game will be played at Allen Fieldhouse at 1:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KANSAS STATE WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Jayhawks.</li><li>Even though we have Kansas winning straight-up, we like Kansas State at +15.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Wildcats Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><h3>Kansas State Wildcats Recent Game</h3> 

<p>Kansas State fell to 7-9 on the season after a 61-57 home loss to Texas Tech on Tuesday. The Wildcats were +6.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Leading 33-31 at halftime, Kansas State scored just 24 points in the 2nd half while allowing 30. The game’s total points of 118 fell well short of the 144.5 O/U line.</p><p>Kansas State's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 57 points while shooting 36.5% from the field. They connected on 9 of 30 three-point attempts, hitting 30% from beyond the arc, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 46.2%.</p> <p>Elijah Hawkins contributed 14 points and 9 assists, shooting 54.5% overall and 50% from three-point range. Darrion Williams led the team with 16 points, shooting 46.7% from the field and 50% from deep.</p><p>Despite Kansas State's strong defensive effort, they couldn't come away with the win, allowing 61 points on 36% shooting from the field. They managed to limit their opponent's two-point shooting to 45%, with just 10 made baskets inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Kansas State gave up 9 threes on 30 attempts, a 30% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 12 times, where they converted 10 for 83%. On the boards, Kansas State allowed 6 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Jayhawks Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><h3>Kansas Jayhawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Kansas fell to 12-4 on the season after a 74-57 road loss to Iowa State on Wednesday. The Jayhawks entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 131, falling short of the 143.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Kansas trailed 40-30 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 27 points while allowing 34.</p><p>In their last game, Kansas managed just 57 points, shooting 40.7% from the field and 31.2% from beyond the arc. They struggled at the free-throw line, hitting only 4 of 11 attempts for a 36.4% rate.</p> <p>Curtis Jones was a standout, scoring 25 points and hitting 5 of 6 threes, while Zeke Mayo and Dishon Jackson each added 17 points. Jones also contributed 6 rebounds in 36 minutes of play.</p><p>Despite Kansas holding their opponent to 40% shooting, the Jayhawks gave up 74 points. They did well inside, limiting two-point shots to 34% (16/46), but struggled to contain the three-point line, where their opponent hit 61% (8/13).</p> <p>Kansas also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 72% (18/25). The Jayhawks allowed 13 offensive rebounds in this game.</p>

Kansas State Wildcats vs Kansas Jayhawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

<p>Planning on watching today's River Hawks and Catamounts game? Catch the action at Patrick Gymnasium in Burlington, VT, as the Catamounts hosts this showdown at 3:00 ET on ESPN+. This America East conference matchup has an over/under of 142.5 points, and Vermont is favored to win by -7.5 at home vs. Massachusetts-Lowell.</p><h3>MASSACHUSETTS-LOWELL RIVER HAWKS VS VERMONT CATAMOUNTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Massachusetts-Lowell River Hawks +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Patrick Gymnasium at 3:00 ET on Saturday, March 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MASSACHUSETTS-LOWELL RIVER HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-69 in favor of the Catamounts.</li><li>Even though we have Vermont winning straight-up, we like Massachusetts-Lowell at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the River Hawks Chances in Burlington</h3><p>Massachusetts-Lowell enters today's game as a 7.5-point underdog. They have been the underdog in just five of their 27 games this season, going 3-2 in those contests. Over their last 10 road games, the River Hawks have gone 7-3.</p>

<p>With a win in their last game, a 89-67 victory over Bryant, Massachusetts-Lowell improved their record to 20-7 on the season. They have won their last four games, and their road record this season is 10-4.</p><p>As the underdog, UMass-Lowell has been a solid bet against the spread this season with a record of 4-1. On the road, their ATS mark is 10-4 and they have gone 2-1 vs. the spread in their last three road games.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 142.5 is lower than the average over/under line in Massachusetts-Lowell's games this year (148.8). So far, 11 of their games have finished with less points than today's line. Over their last three games, their games have averaged 173 points compared to their season average of 149.8 points per game.</p><p>Massachusetts-Lowell's offense had a good outing, putting up 89 points against Bryant. They achieved a 44.4% field goal percentage and went 22/26 from the free-throw line. Leading the team in scoring was Quinton Mincey with 26 points. Yuri Covington also added 25 points for the River Hawks.</p><p>Currently, the River Hawks' defense holds the 111st rank in the nation, allowing 70.0 points per game. Against Bryant in their most recent game, the Massachusetts-Lowell defense gave up a total of 67 points while allowing Bryant to hit 44% of their shots.</p><h3>Will the Vermont Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>Having won 18 of their 21 games as the favorite this season, Vermont enters today's matchup with a 23-6 overall record, including a 13-1 mark in America East action. The Catamounts have won five straight games and have gone 11-1 at home this season.</p>

<p>During their current seven-game home winning streak, Vermont has gone 9-1, including a 65-48 win over Bryant in their most recent game. The Catamounts have a scoring differential of +10.7 points per game at home this season.</p><p>This season, Vermont has an ATS record of 13-14, including a mark of 5-7 at home. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Catamounts have gone 7-3 vs. the spread.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for Vermont games is 7-19-1 and today's over/under line of 142.5 is higher than the average over/under line in their games (139.6). So far, 19 of their games have finished with fewer points than today's line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 136 points.</p><p>Vermont offense recently wrapped up a game with a total of 65 points against Bryant. In that game, they made 9/31 three-point attempts and achieved a field goal percentage of 35.9%. The team's scoring leader is TJ Long, who holds an average of 12 as they head into today's matchup. Additionally, Aaron Deloney is averaging 10.1 points per game this season.</p><p>In the current season, the Vermont defense has excelled, sitting 10th in the nation by allowing 62.9 points per game. In their most recent game, the Vermont defense struggled to defend the three-point line, as Bryant knocked down 9 three-pointers on their way to 48 points.</p>

Massachusetts-Lowell River Hawks vs Vermont Catamounts Betting Pick & Prediction 3/2/24

<p>The Texans are +364 on the money line, as they get set to take on the Chiefs at 4:30 ET on Saturday, January 18th at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City. The Chiefs are the heavy favorite at -472 on the money line. ABC is handling the television coverage of this AFC matchup, with the Chiefs favored by -8 points and the over/under line set at 41.5 points.</p><h3>HOUSTON TEXANS VS KANSAS CITY CHIEFS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Texans +8</p><p>This game will be played at Arrowhead Stadium at 4:30 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON TEXANS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Chiefs winning this one by a score of 23 to 20</li><li>Even though we like the Chiefs to win, our ATS pick is to take the Texans at +8</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 41.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Texans Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Houston finished the regular season 10-7, which was good enough to win the AFC South. They went 5-1 in the division and 9-4 in conference play, putting them 4th in the AFC standings. The Texans ranked 16th in our power rankings heading into the playoffs.</p> <p>Houston was a 2.5-point underdog in the Wild Card round but took care of the Chargers 32-12. The O/U line was 41.5, and the teams combined for 44 points. The Texans are 8-9-1 against the spread this season, with a +1.1 scoring margin.</p><p>Heading into the divisional round, the Texans rank 20th in our offensive power rankings. They sit 15th in the NFL in points per game, averaging 22.4, and 18th in yards per game with 325.8. Houston ranks 9th in passing attempts but 20th in passing yards per game, averaging 210.4. On the ground, they are 21st in rushing attempts and 14th in rushing yards per game, with 115.4. The Texans are 17th in the league in 3rd-down conversions, converting 37.7% of their attempts, and they rank 15th in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>In the wild card round, C.J. Stroud threw for 282 yards, completing 22 of 33 passes with one touchdown and one interception. He was sacked three times. Joe Mixon led the rushing attack with 106 yards and a touchdown on 25 carries, while Nico Collins had 7 receptions for 122 yards and a touchdown. The Texans scored 12 points in the 4th quarter against the Chargers after being shut out in the 3rd.</p><p>The Texans' defense was dominant in their 32-12 win over the Chargers, coming up with four interceptions and allowing just 211 passing yards. They held the Chargers to a 43.8% completion rate and limited them to 12 points. Houston's run defense was also tough, allowing only 50 yards on 18 attempts.</p><p></p><p>On third downs, the Texans allowed the Chargers to convert just 27.3% of their chances. Even though the Chargers had 261 total yards, Houston's defense made key plays throughout the game, including four sacks and winning the quarterback hit battle by four.</p><h3>Are The Chiefs Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>The Chiefs finished the regular season with a 15-2 record, putting them first in the AFC. They went 5-1 in division play and 10-2 against the conference. Kansas City was 8-0 at home and 7-2 on the road. Heading into the playoffs, they rank 6th in our power rankings.</p> <p>Against the spread, the Chiefs were 7-9-1, with an average scoring margin of +3.5 points. Their O/U record was 7-10, with the under hitting in their last two games. Their games averaged 41.8 points, compared to an average line of 44.</p><p>Heading into the divisional round, the Chiefs rank 14th in the NFL in points per game, averaging 22.6, and are 16th in yards per game with 327.6. They lean heavily on the passing game, ranking 6th in passing attempts and 13th in passing yards per game. On the ground, they rank 22nd in rushing yards per game. One area where they have excelled is on 3rd down, where they rank 2nd in the league with a 48.5% conversion rate.</p> <p>In week 18, the Chiefs were shut out by the Broncos, managing just 98 passing yards and 27 rushing yards. Carson Wentz went 10/17 with a passer rating of 75 and was sacked 4 times. Nikko Remigio led the team with 48 receiving yards on 2 catches, while Carson Steele had 25 rushing yards on 8 carries.</p><p>In their 38-0 loss to the Broncos, the Chiefs' defense allowed 479 yards and struggled to get off the field, as the Broncos converted on 71.4% of their third down attempts. The Chiefs gave up 321 yards through the air, with Denver completing 89.7% of their passes for four touchdowns. Additionally, the Chiefs failed to record a sack and allowed 158 rushing yards on 43 attempts.<p></p>

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

Best NBA Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

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.

Best NHL Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

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<p>Looking to win big? The Tigers and Hilltoppers face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Hilltoppers are hosting the game at E. A. Diddle Arena in Bowling Green, KY. The over/under for this game is set at 153.5 points, and Western Kentucky is favored by -15.5 against Jackson State in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>JACKSON STATE TIGERS VS WESTERN KENTUCKY HILLTOPPERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Jackson State Tigers +15.5</p><p>This game will be played at E. A. Diddle Arena at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, November 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE JACKSON STATE TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-69 in favor of the Hilltoppers.</li><li>Even though we have Western Kentucky winning straight-up, we like Jackson State at +15.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Jackson State Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Jackson State Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Jackson State fell 94-81 to Vanderbilt on Saturday, November 16th. Despite the loss, the Tigers were +27.5 point underdogs and managed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 52-36 at halftime, Jackson State outscored Vanderbilt 45-42 in the second half. The game’s total points of 175 exceeded the O/U line of 152.</p><p>Jackson State put up 81 points in their last game, despite shooting just 39.7% from the field. They hit 36.8% from three-point range, connecting on 7 of 19 attempts, and were strong from the free-throw line, making 24 of 30 for 80%.</p> <p>The Tigers grabbed 18 offensive rebounds and had only 8 assists. Jason Edwards, Shannon Grant, and Marcus Watson Jr. each scored 16 points, with Grant adding 10 rebounds. Tyler Nickel and Jayme Mitchell Jr. both hit 50% from three, with Mitchell going 3 for 6 and Nickel 4 for 8.</p><p>Jackson State's defense struggled, giving up 94 points on 52% shooting. They allowed 33 field goals on 63 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, their opponent hit 16 of 38 shots, while Jackson State sent them to the line 17 times, where they made 12 free throws.</p><h3>Are Western Kentucky Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>Western Kentucky improved to 3-0 with a 66-61 win over Lipscomb on Sunday. The Hilltoppers, who were -5 point favorites, pushed against the spread. The game’s total points of 127 fell well short of the 160-point O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 31-30 at halftime, WKU tightened up defensively in the 2nd half, allowing just 30 points while scoring 36 of their own to secure the win.</p><p>Western Kentucky struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 38.1% from the field and 22.7% from beyond the arc, finishing with 66 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.3%, and they managed only 9 assists as a team.</p> <p>Don McHenry led the Hilltoppers with 21 points, hitting 3 of 8 from three-point range. Babacar Faye added 17 points and 9 rebounds, while Enoch Kalambay contributed 11 points and 10 boards.</p><p>Western Kentucky put on a strong defensive performance, holding their opponent to just 61 points on 38% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to just 5 made threes on 22 attempts, a 22% shooting rate.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Western Kentucky allowed 19 two-point field goals on 41 attempts, a 46% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 18 times, where they made 13 free throws, good for 72%. Western Kentucky gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Jackson State Tigers vs Western Kentucky Hilltoppers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/20/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Cyclones versus the Mountaineers? Tip off is at at 5:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at WVU Coliseum in Morgantown, WV. Iowa State is favored by -6.5 in this Big 12 conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 136.5 points.</p><h3>IOWA STATE CYCLONES VS WEST VIRGINIA MOUNTAINEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: West Virginia Mountaineers +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at WVU Coliseum at 5:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WEST VIRGINIA MOUNTAINEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Mountaineers.</li><li>Not only will West Virginia pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Cyclones Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><p>Iowa State improved to 15-1 on the season with a 74-57 win over Kansas on Wednesday. The Cyclones were -5.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Leading 40-30 at halftime, Iowa State added 34 points in the second half while holding Kansas to 27. The game’s total points of 131 fell short of the 143.5 over/under line.</p><p>Iowa State put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 40.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 47.5%. They struggled inside, hitting just 34.8% of their two-point attempts, but were sharp from beyond the arc, connecting on 61.5% of their threes (8/13).</p> <p>Curtis Jones led the way with 25 points, hitting 5 of 6 from deep and shooting 52.9% overall. Zeke Mayo and Dishon Jackson each added 17 points, with Mayo shooting 36.8% from the field. The Cyclones also grabbed 13 offensive rebounds and dished out 17 assists, while hitting 72% of their free throws (18/25).</p><p>Despite Iowa State's strong defensive effort, they couldn't contain their opponent's three-point shooting, allowing 8 threes on 13 attempts for a 61% success rate. Overall, the Cyclones gave up 57 points, with their opponent shooting 40% from the field on 24 of 59 attempts.</p> <p>Iowa State held their opponent to just 34% shooting from two-point range, with 16 makes on 46 attempts. From the free-throw line, their opponent hit 18 of 25 shots, good for 72%. The Cyclones also allowed 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Mountaineers Please their Home Crowd?</h3><h3>West Virginia Mountaineers Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>West Virginia fell to 12-4 on the season after a 70-54 road loss to Houston on Wednesday. The Mountaineers entered the game as +16 point underdogs and pushed against the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 40-27 at halftime, West Virginia scored 27 points in the 2nd half while allowing 30. The game’s total points of 124 came in just under the O/U line of 124.5.</p><p>West Virginia's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 54 points. They shot 44.2% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 55.8%. From beyond the arc, they hit 9 of 22 attempts, shooting 40.9%, while connecting on 7 of 11 free throws (63.6%).</p> <p>J'Wan Roberts led the way with 22 points, shooting 76.9% from the field. L.J. Cryer added 18 points, hitting 5 threes at a 50% clip. Javon Small contributed 8 assists, while Amani Hansberry and Emanuel Sharp each knocked down 3 triples.</p><p>West Virginia's defense gave up 70 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 49% from the field. They struggled to contain two-point shots, with their opponent hitting 56% (14/25).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, West Virginia allowed 11 threes on 26 attempts, a 42% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 12 times, where they converted 9 free throws (75%).</p>

Iowa State Cyclones vs West Virginia Mountaineers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

<p>At 3:45 PM ET, the Mets and Giants will square off in an NL matchup. This one is being played at Oracle Park in San Francisco and features a Mets club that is 12-11 compared to the Giants at 12-13. Blake Snell will go for the Giants, while the Mets are sending Sean Manaea to the mound.</p>

<p>Looking at the odds, the over/under line is at 8 runs, and the Giants are the favorite at -133. If you're looking to catch this one on TV, it is being carried by NBCS.</p><h3>SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS VS NEW YORK METS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Francisco Giants Moneyline -133</p><p>This game will be played at Oracle Park at 3:45 ET on Wednesday, April 24th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE METS VS GIANTS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Giants winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Mets 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>San Francisco cruised to a 5-1 win over the Mets in the most recent game of this series. The Giants had a huge 5th inning, scoring all five of their runs. As for the Mets, they scored their only run in the 9th. Heading into the game, the Giants were favored at -136 on the money line.</p>

<p>Logan Webb pitched well for the Giants in this one, going eight innings and striking out four without giving up a run. He picked up a win in the game, while Camilo Doval closed things out. Luis Severino had a rough outing for the Mets, taking the loss.</p>

<p>At the plate, the Giants were led by Thairo Estrada and Mike Yastrzemski, who each had two hits and scored twice. Michael Conforto also had a two-hit game for San Francisco. For the Mets, Starling Marte went 3/4 with an RBI.</p><h3>Mets Records & Stats</h3><p>New York is looking to snap a three-game losing streak today, as they take on the Giants. The Mets are 12-11 this season, putting them 4.5 games behind the Braves in the NL East. So far, they have gone 2-1 against other teams in the NL East. In their most recent series vs. the Dodgers, the Mets dropped two of three games.</p>

<p>The Mets have won five of their seven series this year, and they have won five straight series. This year, the Mets are 6-6 at home compared to 6-5 on the road. They have also been good in night games, going 6-2. As the underdog, the Mets have lost three straight games and are 5-5 this year as the road underdog.</p><p>When the Mets are on the road, they are 12-11 against the run line, with a scoring margin of +0.2 runs per game. They are 7-4 against the run line on the road, but have failed to cover in their last three games. They are 5-7 against the run line as the favorite and 7-4 as the underdog.</p><p>With a combined run average of 9.0 runs per game, the New York Mets have seen their games go over the over/under line in 12 of their 23 games this season. Their games have had an average over/under line of 8 runs, and when the line has been set at 8 runs, their over/under record is 1-1. So far, 60.9% of their games have had over/under lines set higher than 8 runs, and their games have gone under in each of their last two outings.</p><p>Sean Manaea and the Mets are on the road taking on the Giants. Manaea has started 3 games this season, and he is coming off a start in which he took a loss to the Dodgers. In that outing, he went 5 innings, giving up 2 earned runs and striking out 3. In his first start of the year, he picked up a win against the Reds, going 5 innings and striking out 6.</p><p>Over his last five games, Starling Marte has gone 9/20 with a home run and six RBIs. For the season, he is batting .305 with four homers. Pete Alonso is also swinging a hot bat right now, going 6/22 in his last five games, including a home run and two RBIs. Alonso is 2nd in the league with seven homers. Alonso is also on a three-game hitting streak.</p>

<p>As a team, the Mets are averaging 4.6 runs per game, which is 12th in the league. They have been a better offensive team on the road this season, averaging 5.4 runs per contest. Overall, the Mets are batting .245, which is 10th in the league.</p><h3>Giants Records & Stats</h3><p>San Francisco will be looking to move above .500 today, as they come into the game with a record of 12-13. The Giants have won two straight games, with both of those wins coming in this series vs. the Mets. In the NL West, the Giants are tied with the Diamondbacks for 3rd place and are two games behind the Dodgers for the division lead.</p>

<p>So far, the Giants have gone 6-5 when favored at home and are 7-5 overall at home. On the road, they are 5-8. San Francisco has not been good in night games, going just 3-9. Their overall series record is 2-3-2.</p><p>San Francisco has been a tough team to figure out on the run line this season, as they are just 12-13 overall. They have been slightly better on the road, going 7-6, but are just 5-7 at home. They have covered the run line in two straight games, both as the underdog, and are 7-3 against the run line when getting points this season. Their average run differential in wins is +3.7, while their average run differential in losses is -4.5.</p><p>San Francisco's over/under record is 13-11, and the average over/under line in their games is 8 runs. When the line is set at 8 runs, their record is 2-2-1. The over has hit in 40% of their games this season, and they are currently on a two-game under streak.</p><p>Blake Snell is taking the mound for the Giants as they host the Mets. Snell has had a tough start to the season, as he has taken the loss in each of his first 3 starts. He has yet to make it through 5 innings in a start, and in his last outing, he gave up 5 runs in 4 2/3 innings.</p><p>Michael Conforto and Matt Chapman are the Giants' top power threats this season, as Conforto's five homers are the best on the team and Chapman is right behind him with four. Conforto's 16 RBIs are also the best on the team and 8th in the league. Chapman is batting just .227 for the season, but he has gone 9/32 in his last nine games. Jung Hoo Lee has been swinging a hot bat of late, going 10/30 in his last eight games.</p>

<p>As a team, the Giants are averaging 4.2 runs per game, which is 18th in the league. They have been a better offensive team on the road this season, averaging 4.8 runs per contest. Overall, they are 10th in home runs and have the league's 9th best batting average.</p>

New York Mets vs San Francisco Giants Betting Pick & Prediction 4/24/24

<p>Betting on today's Tigers and Panthers game? Catch the action at Petersen Events Center in Pittsburgh, PA, as the Panthers hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on ACCN. The odds for this Atlantic Coast conference game currently have Pittsburgh as the -2.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 141.5 points.</p><h3>CLEMSON TIGERS VS PITTSBURGH PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Panthers -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Petersen Events Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PITTSBURGH PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Not only will Pittsburgh 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 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Tigers Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p>Clemson improved to 14-4 on the season with a 70-59 road win over Georgia Tech on Tuesday, January 14th. The Tigers entered the game as 6-point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 129 fell short of the 144.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After leading 36-25 at halftime, Clemson matched Georgia Tech’s 34 points in the 2nd half to secure the win.</p><p>In their last game, Clemson's offense put up 70 points, shooting 44.2% from the field and 34.8% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 51.9%, and they connected on 80% of their free throws, going 16-for-20 from the line.</p> <p>Jaeden Zackery led the way with 21 points, hitting 3-of-5 from three-point range and shooting 58.3% overall. Ian Schieffelin added 16 points and 6 assists, while Baye Ndongo contributed 14 points and grabbed 12 rebounds.</p><p>Despite giving up 12 offensive rebounds, Clemson’s defense held their opponent to just 59 points on 35% shooting from the field. The Tigers limited damage inside, allowing only 12 two-point field goals on 34 attempts, also at a 35% clip.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Clemson’s opponent shot 35%, hitting 7 of their 20 three-point attempts. At the free-throw line, they managed 14 points, shooting 73% on 19 attempts.</p><h3>Taking a Look at the Panthers Chances at Home</h3><h3>Pittsburgh Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Pittsburgh fell to 12-5 on the season after an 82-70 road loss to Florida State on Wednesday, January 15th. The Panthers, who were -3 favorites going into the game, failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 28-23 at halftime, Pittsburgh’s defense struggled in the 2nd half, allowing 54 points while scoring 47. The game’s total points of 152 went over the pre-game O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Pittsburgh's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 37.5% overall, with a 37.1% mark on two-pointers. They connected on 38.1% of their threes, hitting 8 of 21 attempts, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 44.6%.</p> <p>The Panthers were strong at the free-throw line, making 20 of 22 attempts for a 90.9% rate. Jamir Watkins led the team with 26 points and 8 rebounds, while Jaland Lowe added 22 points and 5 assists. Malique Ewin contributed 18 points and 13 rebounds, and Jorge Diaz Graham hit 4 of 5 threes, finishing with 17 points.</p><p>Despite shooting just 42% from the field, Pittsburgh’s opponent managed to score 82 points. They shot 48% on two-point attempts, making 18 of 37 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Pittsburgh’s defense held their opponent to 31% shooting, with 6 made threes on 19 attempts. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 33 times, where they converted 28 free throws, shooting 84%.</p>

Clemson Tigers vs Pittsburgh Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

<p>The Trojans and Jaguars are set to face off at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The Jaguars will host the game at Mitchell Center in Mobile, AL. The over/under for this Sun Belt conference contest is set at 129.5 points, with South Alabama being favored by -3.5 at home against Troy.</p><h3>TROY TROJANS VS SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Alabama Jaguars -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mitchell Center at 4:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Jaguars.</li><li>Not only will South Alabama pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 129.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Trojans Have What it Takes in Mobile?</h3><h3>Troy Trojans Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Trojans improved to 9-6 on the season with a 77-58 win over Louisiana-Monroe on Wednesday. Troy was favored by 13 points going into the game and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>After leading 35-30 at halftime, Troy clamped down defensively, holding the Warhawks to 28 points in the second half while scoring 42 themselves. The game’s total points of 135 fell just under the O/U line of 136.5.</p><p>Troy's offense put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 48.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.2%. They hit 60.6% of their two-point attempts and made 11 threes at a 35.5% clip. Free throw shooting was a struggle, as they connected on just 4 of 8 attempts.</p> <p>The Trojans grabbed 18 offensive rebounds and dished out 21 assists. Four players scored 16 points: Coltie Young, Thomas Dowd, Cooper Campbell, and Jacob Wilson. Dowd was efficient, hitting 6 of 9 shots, including 3 of 6 from deep, while Young made 4 of 10 from three-point range.</p><p>Despite giving up 16 offensive rebounds, the Troy Trojans held their opponent to just 58 points, thanks to a strong defensive effort that limited them to 31% shooting from the field. Troy's defense was particularly effective inside, where they allowed just 13 two-point baskets on 39 attempts, a 33% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Troy's defense kept their opponent to 8 made threes on 27 attempts, a 29% success rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 11 times, where they made 8, shooting 72%.</p><h3>Can the Jaguars Please their Home Crowd?</h3><h3>South Alabama Jaguars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>South Alabama improved to 11-5 on the season with a 75-62 win over Southern Miss on Wednesday. The Jaguars, playing at home, were -12.5 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>South Alabama led 42-33 at halftime and held Southern Miss to 29 points in the 2nd half while scoring 33 of their own. The game’s total points of 137 fell just short of the 138.5 O/U line.</p><p>South Alabama's offense put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 36.8% from the field. They connected on 14 of 39 three-point attempts, hitting 35.9% from deep, while their two-point shooting was just 38.9%.</p> <p>The Jaguars were efficient from the free-throw line, making 19 of 21 attempts for a 90.5% success rate. Dylan Fasoyiro led the way with 17 points, hitting 4 of 8 from beyond the arc, while Denijay Harris contributed 14 rebounds and 11 points.</p><p>South Alabama's defense held their opponent to 62 points on 36% shooting from the field, including 38% from two-point range. They also limited their opponent's offensive rebounds, allowing just 6.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opponent shot 14/39 for 35%. South Alabama sent them to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 19 attempts for 90%.</p>

Troy Trojans vs South Alabama Jaguars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

<p>Betting on today's Cougars and Knights game? Catch the action at Addition Financial Arena in Orlando, FL, as the Knights hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on CBSS. Houston come into this Big 12 conference matchup as the -11.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 137.5 points.</p><h3>HOUSTON COUGARS VS UCF KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UCF Knights +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Addition Financial Arena at 12:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UCF KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Knights.</li><li>Not only will UCF pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +11.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Orlando Possible for the Cougars?</h3><h3>Houston Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Cougars improved to 13-3 on the season with a 70-54 win over the Mountaineers on Wednesday. Houston was favored by 16 points going into the game, and the final score resulted in a push against the spread.</p> 

<p>Houston led 40-27 at halftime and outscored West Virginia 30-27 in the second half. The total points for the game were 124, just under the O/U line of 124.5.</p><p>Houston's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 49% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 58.8%. They connected on 42.3% of their three-point attempts, hitting 11 of 26 from deep, while shooting 56% on two-pointers.</p> <p>J'Wan Roberts led the way with 22 points on 10 of 13 shooting, while L.J. Cryer added 18 points, hitting 5 threes at a 50% clip. Amani Hansberry contributed 16 points, making 3 of 5 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite Houston's strong defensive reputation, they allowed 54 points on 49% shooting from the field in their previous game. The opposing team shot 56% from two-point range, hitting 14 of their 25 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition connected on 11 of 26 threes, good for 42%. They also went to the free-throw line 12 times, making 9 of those attempts. Houston gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will UCF Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><h3>UCF Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UCF improved to 12-4 on the season with a 95-89 road win over Arizona State on Tuesday. The Knights entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>UCF led 49-47 at halftime and scored 46 points in the 2nd half while holding Arizona State to 42. The game’s total points of 184 exceeded the O/U line of 149.5.</p><p>UCF's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 95 points with a 50.8% shooting performance from the field. They hit 46.2% from beyond the arc, knocking down 12 threes, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 60%. At the free-throw line, they connected on 81% of their attempts, going 17-for-21.</p> <p>Keyshawn Hall led the way with 40 points and 6 assists, shooting 72.2% overall and 66.7% from three. BJ Freeman added 26 points, hitting 5 of 6 from deep, while Jayden Quaintance contributed 20 points on 72.7% shooting. UCF also grabbed 13 offensive rebounds and dished out 18 assists as a team.</p><p>UCF's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 89 points on 52% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 54% of their two-point attempts, with 18 makes on 33 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UCF's defense gave up 12 threes on 24 attempts, a 50% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 17 free throws.</p>

Houston Cougars vs UCF Knights NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

The Xfinity Series is off this week, so the only stock car racing for motorsports fans will be this week’s STP 500 at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Virginia. This is the first race back in the Eastern Time Zone after stops in Las Vegas, the Phoenix area, and Fontana, California, so the haulers had to make a nice, long trek this week. We’ll run for the next four weeks before the drivers take a break for the Easter holiday.

This is our first short-track race of the season, as the drivers will attempt to conquer the .526 miles of Martinsville over 500 laps. This is the first of two stops at the track for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series.

Odds are on the right-hand side for desktop viewers and down below the comment box for mobile viewers as we survey the field with the help of <a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/5dimes"><strong>5Dimes Sportsbook</strong></a>.
<h5><strong>The Paperclip</strong></h5>
This is one of the more unique tracks on the Cup Series circuit. Also known as the Half Mile of Mayhem, this paperclip shaped course is a combination of asphalt and concrete and can be a really tough track for drivers. Handling is a bit of a challenge with long straightaways and narrow turns. There will be more than a handful of engine and transmission failures in all likelihood this week.

This is the oldest track on the NASCAR circuit. It has been at least an annual stop every year since 1948 and ground broke in Ridgeway in 1947. This is the only track with the mixed surfaces, as the track is asphalt in the straightaways and concrete in the turns.

That means that tire wear will be critically important here this week.
<h5><strong>A Bird in the Hand is Worth Two in the Busch</strong></h5>
Kyle Busch is your noticeable favorite this week with a price tag of +220. A lot of drivers excel on intermediate or long tracks. Busch seems to excel on them all, but he only has two career wins here at Martinsville. He won this spring race back in 2016 and won the fall playoff race in 2017.

Even though he’s only won twice here, it hasn’t been from lack of trying. He’s finished each of the last two years in March and even led the most laps in 2017. He also did that in 2011 when he finished third. In terms of the fall race, Busch has four straight top-five finishes, including that 2017 win. He’s running on a string of seven top-five finishes here with the two victories. It’s easy to see why he’s atop the board this week. He’s also won the last two races.

Brad Keselowski is the second favorite at +525. Keselowski has three top-five finishes to his name so far this season, including a win at Atlanta. He has one career win at Martinsville and it came in this race last year. He’s been in the top five in each of the last three fall races and three of the last four spring races. Unless his engine blows up or he gets caught up in a crash, Keselowski has been a consistent threat.

Martin Truex Jr. is your third favorite at +625. He’s been the best man twice this season with runner-up finishes at Atlanta and Phoenix. He does have three top-five finishes in a row at Martinsville, which is why he’s getting some respect here, but Truex hasn’t won since Kentucky and does most of his damage on 1.5 or two-mile tracks. I’m not so sure I like him here.
<h5><strong>Stack ‘Em Up</strong></h5>
With the back-to-back wins, Kyle Busch is your points leader with 237. Joey Logano, the fourth favorite this week at +750, is second in points. Kevin Harvick, Denny Hamlin, and Keselowski round out the top five. Aric Almirola, Truex, Kyle Larson, Kurt Busch, and Ryan Blaney round out the top 10.

This is a tricky part of the schedule for a lot of drivers. This is a short track. Next week’s race at Texas is a 1.5-miler, but then the stop at the Colosseum in Thunder Valley at Bristol is in the hole. Richmond is another short track at .75 miles. Then the plate race at Talladega and then another mile track at the Monster Mile of Dover. This is an important part of the season for guys looking to steal a win for playoff purposes.
<h5><strong>The Rest of the Hopefuls</strong></h5>
After Busch, Keselowski, Truex, and Logano, Denny Hamlin and Clint Bowyer are +1100. Bowyer won this race last year and this is a very, very strong track for Hamlin. Hamlin’s won this race in 2008, 2010, and 2015. He also has two wins in the fall race, but those came back in 2009 and 2010.

Only Jimmie Johnson (9) has more career wins at Martinsville than Hamlin. Hamlin has two thirds and a second in the fall race over the last four years, but hasn’t finished in the top 10 since his 2015 win in the spring, hence the price with a five-time winner.

Bowyer’s win last year felt like more of a fluke than anything, as it snapped a five-year drought.

Because of what this track entails, long shots are not optimal plays here. There could be some wrecks in the tight turns, but the best drivers are often the best handlers when it comes to vehicles. They usually have the best equipment, too, but this is a track that requires a lot of precision shifting and the stars usually do shine here.
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Kyle Busch has poor odds to win, but he seems like the most likely winner when you factor in all of the intangibles about this track. Denny Hamlin is worthy of consideration at +1100. If you really wanted to roll with a long shot, Kurt Busch doesn’t have a lot of great finishes here, but he does fare a little better on small tracks with tighter racing. At +2650, he’s worthy of a Busch type of beer money bet.

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<p>Looking to win big? The Bluejays and Huskies face off at 12:00 ET on FOX. The Huskies are hosting the game at Gampel Pavilion in Storrs, CT. The odds for this Big East conference game currently have Connecticut as the -7.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 146.5 points.</p><h3>CREIGHTON BLUEJAYS VS CONNECTICUT HUSKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Connecticut Huskies -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Gampel Pavilion at 12:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CONNECTICUT HUSKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Huskies.</li><li>Not only will Connecticut pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Creighton Pull Through as the Underdog Road Team?</h3><h3>Creighton Bluejays Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Creighton improved to 11-6 on the season with an 84-64 win over Providence on Tuesday. Playing at home, the Bluejays entered the game as -9.5 favorites and covered the spread with the win.</p> 

<p>Creighton led 43-34 at halftime and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring Providence 41-30. The total points for the game were 148, just over the 146.5 O/U line.</p><p>Creighton's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 84 points with a field goal percentage of 51.6%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.9%, thanks in part to hitting 14 of 32 from beyond the arc, shooting 43.8% from three-point range. Inside the arc, they connected on 60% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>Ryan Kalkbrenner and Steven Ashworth each contributed 20 points, with Kalkbrenner shooting 66.7% from the field and adding 10 rebounds. Ashworth hit 4 threes, while Isaac Traudt was perfect from deep, going 4 for 4 from three-point range. Creighton finished with 15 assists and 6 offensive rebounds, but struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 6 of 12 attempts.</p><p>Despite Creighton's defensive struggles, they managed to hold the opposition to 64 points. The Bluejays allowed a 51% shooting performance, with the other team hitting 32 of their 62 shots.</p> <p>Creighton gave up 14 three-pointers on 32 attempts, a 43% success rate, and sent the other team to the free-throw line 12 times, where they made 6.</p><h3>Can the Huskies Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Connecticut improved to 13-4 on the season with a 68-60 road win over Georgetown on Saturday. The Huskies entered the game as -5.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 128 fell short of the 142.5 O/U line.</p> <p>UConn led 35-31 at halftime and maintained their edge in the 2nd half, outscoring the Hoyas 33-29 to secure the win.</p><p>Connecticut put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 46.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.6%. They hit 34.6% from beyond the arc, connecting on 9 of 26 attempts, and went 7 for 10 from the free-throw line.</p> <p>Alex Karaban led the way with 19 points, shooting 70% overall and 66.7% from three (4/6). Curtis Williams Jr. added 15 points, hitting 3 of 4 from deep, while Solo Ball also contributed 15 points, making 3 of 8 from three-point range.</p><p>Connecticut’s defense was solid, holding their opponent to 60 points on 38% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities, with the other team making just 12 of 34 attempts, a 35% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposition shot 46%, hitting 7 of 15 threes. Connecticut sent them to the line 23 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 65%. The Huskies gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>The Tigers and Hawks are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Hawks will host the game at Hagan Arena in Philadelphia, PA. The over/under for this game is set at 150.5 points, and Saint Joseph's is favored by -5.5 against Princeton in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>PRINCETON TIGERS VS SAINT JOSEPH'S HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Saint Joseph's Hawks -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hagan Arena at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, December 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAINT JOSEPH'S HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Hawks.</li><li>Not only will Saint Joseph's pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Tigers Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Princeton Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Princeton improved to 5-2 on the season with a dominant 94-67 win over Portland on Sunday, November 24th. Playing at home, the Tigers entered the game as -11.5 favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 161, surpassing the O/U line of 148.5.</p> 

<p>Princeton took control early, leading 52-29 at halftime. They added 42 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38, maintaining their strong start and closing out the game effectively.</p><p>Princeton's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 94 points with a 50% field goal percentage. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 61.1%, thanks in part to their 71.4% shooting from two-point range.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Tigers hit 16 of 44 attempts, shooting 36.4%. They also dished out 20 assists, with CJ Happy and Caden Pierce leading the way, both shooting over 75% from the field.</p><p>Princeton's defense gave up 67 points, with the opposing team shooting 50% from the field on 36 of 72 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 20 made baskets on 28 attempts, a 71% shooting percentage.</p> <p>From three-point range, Princeton's opponents hit 16 of 44 shots, shooting 36%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 10 times, where they made 6 free throws, shooting 60%.</p><h3>Can Saint Joseph's Secure a Home Victory?</h3><h3>Saint Joseph's Hawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Saint Joseph's improved to 5-2 on the season with an 83-54 win over Coppin State on Tuesday. The Hawks were heavy favorites at home but didn't cover the spread, and the total points fell short of the 142-point O/U line.</p> 

<p>Leading 42-26 at halftime, Saint Joseph's added 41 points in the 2nd half while holding Coppin State to 28 points.</p><p>Saint Joseph's put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 49.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.1%. They were dominant inside, hitting 76.9% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, connecting on just 29.7% of their 37 three-point attempts.</p> <p>The Hawks dished out 19 assists and grabbed 11 offensive rebounds. Erik Reynolds II led the way with 18 points, despite shooting just 25% from three. Dasear Haskins was efficient, scoring 15 points in 19 minutes on 6-of-8 shooting, including 3-of-5 from deep.</p><p>Despite giving up 54 points, Saint Joseph's defense allowed their opponent to shoot 49% from the field, with a particularly tough time defending inside the arc, where they allowed 20 two-point baskets on 26 attempts (76%).</p> <p>From three-point range, Saint Joseph's held their opponent to 29% shooting, with 11 made threes on 37 attempts. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 13 times, where they converted 10 free throws (76%).</p>

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