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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bulldogs versus the Tigers? Tip off is at at 12:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on CBS. The game will be played at FedExForum in Memphis, TN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Memphis as the -1 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 152.5 points.</p><h3>MISSISSIPPI STATE BULLDOGS VS MEMPHIS TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Tigers -1</p><p>This game will be played at FedExForum at 12:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-66 in favor of the Tigers.</li><li>Not only will Memphis pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Mississippi State Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>Mississippi State improved to 10-1 on the season with an 83-59 win over Central Michigan on Tuesday. The Bulldogs, playing at home, were -20.5 point favorites and covered the spread. The game’s total points reached 142, falling short of the 148.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After leading 32-25 at halftime, Mississippi State’s offense exploded in the 2nd half, scoring 51 points while holding Central Michigan to 34 points.</p><p>Mississippi State put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 49.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.3%. They connected on 57.1% of their two-point attempts and 37.9% from beyond the arc, hitting 11 threes. However, their free-throw shooting was a struggle, as they went just 2-for-7 (28.6%).</p> <p>The Bulldogs dished out 24 assists and grabbed 15 offensive rebounds. Claudell Harris Jr. hit 5 threes, shooting 62.5% from deep and finishing with 19 points. Michael Nwoko also added 18 points, shooting 66.7% from the field in just 18 minutes of play.</p><p>Even though Mississippi State gave up 59 points, they allowed their opponent to shoot 49% from the field, with 35 made baskets on 71 attempts. Inside the arc, the Bulldogs' defense struggled, as they allowed 57% shooting on 24/42 from two-point range.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Mississippi State's opponent hit 11 threes on 29 attempts, good for 37%. The Bulldogs did catch a break at the free-throw line, where their opponent shot just 28%, making only 2 of 7 attempts. However, Mississippi State gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Tigers Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>Memphis moved to 9-2 on the season with a 64-62 win over Virginia on Wednesday. The Tigers were -3.5 favorites going into the game but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 126, falling short of the O/U line of 130.5.</p> <p>Memphis trailed 30-21 at halftime but turned things around in the second half, outscoring Virginia 43-32 to secure the win.</p><p>Memphis struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 64 points while shooting 37.5% from the field. They hit only 21.7% from beyond the arc, making 5 of 23 attempts, though they were solid at the free-throw line, converting 81% of their shots.</p> <p>PJ Haggerty led the way with 27 points and 5 assists, shooting 53.3% overall. Elijah Saunders added 15 points, hitting 3 of 4 from deep, while Dain Dainja contributed 11 rebounds.</p><p>Memphis held their opponent to 62 points, with a defensive effort that limited them to 39% shooting from the field. The Tigers gave up 21 field goals on 53 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Memphis allowed 6 threes on 19 attempts, a 31% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 18 times, where they made 14 free throws.</p>

Mississippi State Bulldogs vs Memphis Tigers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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<p>Planning on watching today's Tar Heels and Bruins game? Catch the action at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY, as the Bruins hosts this showdown at 3:00 ET on CBS. The odds for this non-conference game currently have UCLA as the -1.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 150.5 points.</p><h3>NORTH CAROLINA TAR HEELS VS UCLA BRUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UCLA Bruins -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 3:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UCLA BRUINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Bruins.</li><li>Not only will UCLA pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</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>Will the North Carolina Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>North Carolina fell to 6-5 on the season after a 90-84 home loss to Florida on Tuesday. The Tar Heels were +3.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 174 exceeded the O/U line of 167.5.</p> <p>UNC trailed 46-34 at halftime but made a push in the 2nd half, scoring 50 points while allowing 44. Despite the strong offensive effort after the break, the Tar Heels couldn’t close the gap.</p><p>North Carolina put up 84 points in their latest game, shooting 45.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, thanks largely to their 63.6% shooting on two-pointers. However, they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 28 attempts for a 17.9% success rate.</p> <p>RJ Davis led the way with 29 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 52.6% overall and 27.3% from three. Will Richard added 22 points, making 8 of 10 shots, including 3 of 5 from deep. The Tar Heels had 13 offensive rebounds and 10 assists in the game.</p><p>North Carolina's defense struggled, giving up 90 points on 45% shooting from the field. They allowed the opponent to connect on 63% of their two-point attempts, with 28 made shots inside the arc.</p> <p>The Tar Heels did better defending the three, holding the other team to 17% shooting, with just 5 threes made. They also sent them to the line 19 times, where they hit 13 free throws.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Bruins?</h3><p>UCLA improved to 10-1 on the season with a dominant 111-75 win over Prairie View A&M on Tuesday. The Bruins, heavy favorites at -34, covered the spread in this one.</p> <p>UCLA led 53-36 at halftime and continued to pour it on in the 2nd half, outscoring the Panthers 58-39. The game’s total points of 186 went well over the pre-game O/U line of 146.5.</p><p>UCLA's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, scoring 111 points with a 59% shooting rate from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 67.2%, as they connected on 65% of their two-point attempts (26/40) and 47.6% from beyond the arc (10/21). They also excelled at the free-throw line, hitting 78.4% (29/37) of their attempts.</p> <p>Jordan Tillmon led the way with 24 points, hitting 6 of 7 threes (85.7%), while Dylan Andrews added 21 points and 6 assists, shooting 75% from deep (3/4). The Bruins dished out 26 assists as a team, with Kobe Johnson contributing 7 assists to go along with his 12 points.</p><p>UCLA's defense struggled in their previous game, giving up 75 points on 59% shooting from the field. The Bruins allowed their opponents to connect on 36 of 61 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, UCLA's defense gave up 26 two-point baskets on 40 attempts, a 65% success rate. From three-point range, their opponents hit 10 of 21 shots, shooting 47%. UCLA also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 37 times, where they made 29 free throws, shooting 78%. The Bruins allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

North Carolina Tar Heels vs UCLA Bruins NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

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

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

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

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

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

Princeton Tigers vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 6:50 PM from Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, we have an American League matchup between the White Sox and Rays. Heading into Tuesday's game, the White Sox have the worst record in the AL at 8-27, while the Rays are 18-18 overall. Chicago is +211 on the money line, and the over/under line is at 8 runs.</p>

<p>Starting for the White Sox is Michael Soroka, and he is facing off against Zach Eflin for the Rays. Tampa Bay comes in with a four-game winning streak, and they are the heavy favorite at -261. You can catch this one on NBCS.</p><h3>CHICAGO WHITE SOX VS TAMPA BAY RAYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: OVER 8 Runs</p><p>This game will be played at Tropicana Field at 6:50 ET on Tuesday, May 7th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE WHITE SOX VS RAYS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Rays winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the White Sox 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>Tampa Bay cruised to an easy 8-2 win over the White Sox in the most recent game of this series. The Rays had a huge 2nd inning, scoring three runs, and added five more in the 5th. As for the White Sox, they scored their only two runs in the 3rd. Heading into the game, the Rays were favored at -169 on the money line.</p>

<p>Harold Ramirez had a four-hit game for the Rays while Jonny DeLuca scored four times and drove in four runs while going 2/4. Josh Lowe also had a two-hit game and scored a run for Tampa Bay's offense.</p>

<p>Tyler Alexander only went four innings for the Rays but gave up just two hits and two earned runs. Erasmo Ramirez got the win out of the bullpen. Mike Clevinger had a rough outing for the White Sox, going just two innings and giving up three earned runs.</p><h3>White Sox Records & Stats</h3><p>With an overall record of 8-27, the White Sox are 15 games out of the AL Central lead. So far, they have really struggled against other AL Central teams, going 2-18. Chicago is currently the 5th place team in the division, just behind the Tigers.</p>

<p>Chicago has struggled both at home (5-12) and on the road (3-15) this season. The White Sox are also just 4-15 in night games compared to 4-12 in day games. As the road underdog, Chicago has gone 3-15 this year, and they are 2-8-1 in series this year, with their current series still ongoing. So far, they have yet to win a series.</p><p>When betting the White Sox on the run line, it's best to do so when they are the underdog. They are 16-19 on the run line this season, with a 10-7 record at home and a 6-12 mark on the road. Their average run differential is -2.5 runs per game, and they have a -2.9 run differential on the road.</p><p>The Chicago White Sox have played 34 games so far this season, and 17 of them have gone over the total. Their games have averaged 8.3 runs per game, and their average over/under line for the season is 8 runs. When the line is set at 8 runs, their games have gone over the total 4 out of 5 times. So far this season, 51.4% of their games have had higher over/under lines than 8 runs.</p><p>Right-hander Michael Soroka gets the start for the White Sox today as he faces the Rays on the road. He has made seven starts this season and has a record of 0-3 with a 6.48 ERA. Soroka's WHIP for the season is currently 1.62, and he has issued 5.13 walks per nine innings compared to just 4.32 strikeouts. Soroka has made one quality start this year and has allowed a total of seven home runs. In his last outing, he finished with a no-decision, giving up two earned runs in 4 1/3 innings of work.</p><p>Chicago's offense has been the worst in the league so far this season, averaging just 2.9 runs per game. They are also near the bottom of the league in most major offensive categories, including team batting average, on-base percentage, and OPS. One of the few bright spots for the White Sox has been their home run production, as they are 17th in the league in homers, but they will need to start finding ways to put more runs on the board.</p>

<p>Andrew Benintendi comes into the game as the team's leading RBI man, but he has really struggled at the plate of late, going just 3/23 in his last six games. Eloy Jimenez is hitting just .220 for the season, but his four homers are the most on the team. Nicky Lopez is on a three-game hitting streak, and Korey Lee has gone 4/15 in his last five games.</p><h3>Rays Records & Stats</h3><p>Tampa Bay is hosting the White Sox today with an overall record of 18-18, which has them 4th in the AL East. So far, they are 3-4 in divisional games and trail the Orioles by six games. The Rays have won four straight games, and they are currently closing the gap on the Red Sox, who are 3rd in the division.</p>

<p>At home, the Rays are 12-9 this year compared to 6-9 on the road. As the favorite, Tampa Bay has gone 13-14 and 5-4 as the underdog. Their overall series record is 4-5-2, and they have an even 5-5 record over their last 10 games.</p><p>When the Rays win, they tend to win big, with an average run margin of 2.4 runs per game. However, in their losses, they lose by an average of 4.2 runs per game. Overall, they have a run line record of 14-22, with an average run margin of -0.9 runs per game. They have been a better bet on the run line at home, where they are 8-13, compared to 6-9 on the road.</p><p>The Tampa Bay Rays have been a consistent over team this season, with a 21-15 over/under record. Their games have averaged 9.1 runs per game, and the over/under line for their games has been set at an average of 8 runs. When the line has been set at 8 runs, they have gone over in 7 of 9 games. Overall, 52.8% of their games have had over/under lines set at 8 or higher, and their last two games have gone over the total.</p><p>Zach Eflin gets the start for the Rays today and will be looking to bounce back from his last outing, where he took the loss. Against the Brewers, he went 5 2/3 innings, giving up three earned runs on six hits. Looking at his overall numbers, Eflin has made seven starts and has a record of 1-4. His ERA for the season is 4.17, along with a WHIP of 1.17. Opposing batters are hitting .263 off Eflin this year. One positive note for Eflin is that he has turned in three quality starts this year. Per nine innings, he is averaging 7.9 strikeouts and just 0.88 walks.</p><p>So far, the Rays have been a better offensive team at home, averaging 4.4 runs per game, which is 12th in the league. Overall, they are 19th in scoring at 4.1 runs per contest. Tampa Bay is batting a collective .246, which is 8th in the league, and they have the 8th best on-base percentage in the league. The Rays have been good at putting the ball in play, as their team BABIP of .31 is the 3rd best mark in the league.</p>

<p>Isaac Paredes has been a big power threat for the Rays this season, as his seven home runs is the best mark on the team and 5th best in the league. Paredes also comes into the game with a strong batting average of .285. Amed Rosario has also been a good hitter for the Rays, batting .308 with two homers. However, he has just one hit in his past five games. Randy Arozarena is 2nd on the team with five homers but is batting just .147 this season and has gone 3/17 in his last five games.</p>

Chicago White Sox vs Tampa Bay Rays Betting Pick & Prediction 5/7/24

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

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

Miami Heat vs Orlando Magic Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Wildcats and Bluejays. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on FS1, and it's hosted by the Bluejays at CHI Health Center Omaha in Omaha, NE. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Big East conference game currently have Creighton as the -4.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 145 points.</p><h3>VILLANOVA WILDCATS VS CREIGHTON BLUEJAYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Creighton Bluejays -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at CHI Health Center Omaha at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CREIGHTON BLUEJAYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Bluejays.</li><li>Not only will Creighton pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Wildcats Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Villanova improved to 8-4 on the season with a 79-67 win over Seton Hall on Tuesday. The Wildcats were -8 point favorites at home and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 146, surpassing the O/U line of 125.5.</p> <p>Villanova led 37-29 at halftime and scored 42 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. They’ll look to build on this win as they move forward in the season.</p><p>Villanova put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 55.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 63.8%. They hit 65.4% of their two-pointers and 42.9% from beyond the arc, connecting on 9 of 21 attempts. At the free-throw line, they were 18 of 22, good for 81.8%.</p> <p>The Wildcats dished out 17 assists, but managed just 3 offensive rebounds. Eric Dixon led with 25 points, while Isaiah Coleman added 22. Tyler Perkins was efficient, hitting 5 of 6 threes and finishing with 17 points.</p><p>Villanova's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 67 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 55% from the field. The Wildcats had a tough time defending inside, as the other team connected on 65% of their two-point attempts, going 17/26.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Villanova's opponents shot 42%, making 9 of their 21 three-point attempts. The Wildcats also sent the other team to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 18 of those attempts for 81%. Villanova did well on the boards, limiting the other team to just 3 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Bluejays Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Creighton’s season record dropped to 7-5 after a tough 81-57 loss to Georgetown on Wednesday. The Bluejays, who were -4.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 138, falling short of the 145.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Creighton trailed 34-28 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 29 points while allowing 47. The Bluejays will need to regroup after this disappointing performance.</p><p>Creighton's offense struggled in their last game, scoring just 57 points with a field goal percentage of 39.6%. They hit 12 threes at a 36.4% rate, contributing to an effective field goal percentage of 50.9%. Their free-throw shooting was a major issue, as they connected on just 3 of 9 attempts (33.3%).</p> <p>Jayden Epps and Steven Ashworth both hit 5 threes, with Epps shooting 83.3% from deep and Ashworth hitting 41.7%. Epps finished with 21 points on 58.3% shooting overall, while Ashworth also added 21 points. Micah Peavy contributed 20 points and 8 assists, shooting 56.2% from the field.</p><p>Creighton's defense struggled, giving up 81 points on 55% shooting from the field. They allowed 33 made baskets on 60 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, they gave up 10 threes on 16 attempts, a 62% shooting percentage. They also sent the opposing team to the line 7 times, where they made 5 free throws.</p>

Villanova Wildcats vs Creighton Bluejays NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Capitals versus the Stars? The puck drops at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at American Airlines Center in Dallas, TX. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6 goals, and the Stars are favored by -1.5 vs. the Capitals.</p><h3>WASHINGTON CAPITALS VS DALLAS STARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Dallas Stars -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at American Airlines Center at 8:00 ET on Monday, December 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DALLAS STARS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Stars to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Stars on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Capitals (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Are Washington Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Washington's 4-2 loss to the Hurricanes dropped them to 21-6-2 for the season. The Capitals were underdogs on the puck line, and the total for the game was set at 6 goals, which ended up being the exact combined score.</p> 

<p>After trailing 1-0, Washington scored twice in the first period, but the Hurricanes responded with three unanswered goals. Alex Ovechkin tied the game at 19:16 in the first, and Brandon Duhaime gave the Capitals the lead just 33 seconds later.</p><p>Washington’s offense was held to just two goals in their 4-2 loss to the Hurricanes. Alex Ovechkin netted his 7th goal of the season on a power play, while Brandon Duhaime followed with his 2nd goal. The Capitals took 21 shots on goal and recorded 15 giveaways.</p> <p>Both of Washington’s goals came in the first period, with Duhaime scoring just 11 seconds before the buzzer. John Carlson picked up his 7th assist on Ovechkin’s goal, and Dylan Strome added his 13th assist of the season.</p><p>Washington's defense allowed the first goal at 5:59 in the first period, followed by two more in the second and a late empty-netter, leading to a 4-2 loss. Charlie Lindgren made 41 saves with a 93.2% save percentage, while the defense recorded 2 takeaways and 20 hits.</p><h3>Can Dallas Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>With a 4-2 loss to the Panthers, the Stars now sit at 18-11-0 for the season. Dallas was the underdog on the puck line, and the total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 6 fell just short of that mark.</p> 

<p>After trailing 2-0, the Stars managed to tie it up in the second period. However, the Panthers pulled ahead with two more goals, including an empty-netter, to seal the win.</p><p>Dallas managed 25 shots on goal in their 4-2 loss to Florida, but only found the net twice. Evgenii Dadonov scored his second goal of the season, while Matt Duchene added his seventh. Duchene also picked up his eighth assist on Dadonov's power-play goal.</p> <p>The Stars were held scoreless in the first period before netting both of their goals in the second. They recorded 32 giveaways in the game.</p><p>After tying the game at 2-2 in the second period, the Stars' defense allowed two more goals—one at 2:32 into the third period and another at 19:00. Casey DeSmith made 21 saves with a save percentage of 87.5%. Defensively, Dallas recorded 26 hits and 5 takeaways.</p>

Washington Capitals vs Dallas Stars Betting Pick & Prediction 12/16/24

<p>Planning on watching today's Royals and Rebels game? Catch the action at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss in Oxford, MS, as the Rebels hosts this showdown at 5:00 ET on SEC. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Ole Miss as the -26.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 153.5 points.</p><h3>QUEENS (NC) ROYALS VS OLE MISS REBELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Queens (NC) Royals +26.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss at 5:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE QUEENS (NC) ROYALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 87-63 in favor of the Rebels.</li><li>Even though we have Ole Miss winning straight-up, we like Queens (NC) at +26.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 150 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Queens (NC) Secure a Road Victory?</h3><h3>Queens (NC) Royals Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Royals evened their record at 5-5 with a 73-66 home win over Mercer on Wednesday, December 18th. Queens entered the game as slight favorites (-1) and covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Leading 30-29 at halftime, Queens scored 43 points in the 2nd half while holding Mercer to 37. The game’s total points of 139 fell well short of the 160.5 O/U line.</p><p>Queens (NC) managed 73 points in their last game, shooting 40.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.4%, with a 39.5% success rate on two-point attempts (15/38) and 42.1% from beyond the arc (8/19).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Royals hit 79.2% (19/24), while also grabbing 9 offensive rebounds and dishing out 17 assists. Alex Holt led the way with 19 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 58.3% (7/12) from the floor.</p><p>Queens (NC) Royals gave up 66 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field, hitting 23 of their 57 attempts. From two-point range, they managed just 39% shooting, going 15/38.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Queens allowed 8 threes on 19 attempts, a 42% shooting clip. They also sent the other team to the line 24 times, where they converted 19 free throws, a 79% rate. Queens gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Pressure Builds for Ole Miss as Home Favorites</h3><h3>Ole Miss Rebels Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Rebels improved to 10-1 on the season with a 74-61 win over Southern on Tuesday. Ole Miss was a heavy favorite at -23, but while they secured the win, they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 135, which was under the O/U line of 143.5.</p> <p>Ole Miss led 42-33 at halftime and outscored Southern 32-28 in the second half. While they controlled the game, the Rebels couldn’t pull away enough to cover the spread.</p><p>Ole Miss put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 41.5% from the field. They connected on 40% of their threes, hitting 10 of 25 attempts, while their two-point shooting was 42.9%.</p> <p>Jaylen Murray was a standout, hitting 6 of 7 threes and finishing with 18 points and 5 assists. The Rebels also got 11 offensive rebounds and 18 assists as a team.</p><p>Even with Ole Miss allowing 61 points, the Rebels couldn’t capitalize on their defensive effort. They held the opposing team to 41% shooting overall, with 22 made field goals on 53 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Ole Miss gave up 10 threes on 25 attempts, a 40% shooting performance. The Rebels also sent the other team to the line 29 times, where they converted 20 free throws, shooting 69%.</p>

Queens (NC) Royals vs Ole Miss Rebels NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>The Buckeyes and Hawkeyes are set to face off at 6:30 ET on BTN. The Hawkeyes will host the game at Target Center in Minneapolis, MN. Ohio State is favored by -2 in this Big Ten conference matchup the against Iowa. The over/under for the game is set at 155 points.</p><h3>OHIO STATE BUCKEYES VS IOWA HAWKEYES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Iowa Hawkeyes +2</p><p>This game will be played at Target Center at 6:30 ET on Thursday, March 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IOWA HAWKEYES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-68 in favor of the Hawkeyes.</li><li>Not only will Iowa pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Can The Buckeyes Secure a Win at Minneapolis?</h3><p>Ohio State enters this game as a two-point favorite, and they have been the favorite in 21 of their 31 games this season. They have gone 16-5 in those games, while their overall record stands at 19-12.</p>

<p>On the road, the Buckeyes have gone just 5-8 this season, but they have won two straight away from home. Their average scoring margin on the road is -0.8 points per game.</p><p>Overall, Ohio State has an ATS record of 14-17 this season. As the favorite, the Buckeyes are 9-12 vs. the spread. On the road, their ATS mark is 6-7 and they have gone 2-1 vs. the spread in their last 3 road games. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, Ohio State is 5-5.</p><p>This season, the over/under record in Ohio State games is 17-14. So far, the average over/under line in their games is 143.2 and the average scoring total is 143.4. Today's over/under line of 155 is higher than the average line in their games this year. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total is 138 points.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Ohio State offense ended with 73 points against Rutgers. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 50% and made 9 threes. Bruce Thornton is currently the leading scorer for the team, entering today's matchup with an average of 16.1. Meanwhile, Jamison Battle also brings a PPG average of 14.4 into the game.</p><p>Currently, the Buckeyes' defense holds the 90th rank in the nation, allowing 69.0 points per game. Against Rutgers in their most recent game, the Ohio State defense gave up a total of 51 points while allowing Rutgers to hit 27% of their shots.</p><h3>Can the Hawkeyes Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>Despite being the underdog, Iowa has been significantly better at home this season, where they are 14-5 compared to 4-8 on the road. Their average scoring margin at home is +10.9 compared to -5.7 on the road.</p>

<p>Overall, the Hawkeyes are 18-13 this season, including a 10-10 mark in Big Ten play. In their last game, they lost to Illinois, 73-61. Over their last 10 games at home, Iowa is 7-3.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Iowa has gone 5-9 vs. the spread. At home, the Hawkeyes have an ATS mark of just 7-11-1. Their overall ATS record is 12-18-1. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, Iowa has gone 4-6 vs. the spread.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Iowa games is 20-11 and today's line of 155 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (159.9). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 157 points and today's line is lower than that. Their over/under record in their last three games is 2-1.</p><p>Iowa offense recently wrapped up a game with a total of 61 points against Illinois. In that game, they made 7/21 three-point attempts and achieved a field goal percentage of 35.4%. The team's top scorer is Payton Sandfort, who comes into today's matchup with an average of 16.2, while Tony Perkins also maintains a PPG average of 14.5 leading up to the game.</p><p>Looking at the Iowa defense, they will be looking for a better performance considering they are currently conceding 78.6 points per game (311st). Against Illinois in their most recent game, the Iowa defense gave up a total of 73 points while allowing Illinois to hit 35% of their shots.</p>

Ohio State Buckeyes vs Iowa Hawkeyes Betting Pick & Prediction 3/14/24

<p>UCF comes into this one at 3-0 on the season, and they are the -14 point favorites over the Colorado Buffaloes, who are 3-1. Kick-off is set for 3:30 ET from FBC Mortgage Stadium in Orlando, and this week five matchup can be seen on FOX. The over/under line is currently at 63.5 points.</p><h3>COLORADO BUFFALOES VS UCF KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UCF Knights -14</p><p>This game will be played at FBC Mortgage Stadium at 3:30 ET on Saturday, September 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UCF KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have the UCF Knights winning this one by a score of 38 to 20</li><li>Not only do we have the UCF Knights winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -14</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 63.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Colorado Buffaloes Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Colorado is now 3-1 after a 38-31 overtime win against Baylor. The Buffaloes were -2.5 point favorites and managed to cover the spread, with the game’s total points (69) surpassing the over/under line of 52.5 points.</p> <p></p><p>After trailing 24-17 at halftime, Colorado tied the game at 24 by the end of the third quarter. The Buffaloes and Bears each scored 7 points in the fourth quarter, leading to overtime. In the extra period, Colorado’s defense held Baylor scoreless, while their offense put up 7 points to secure the win.</p><p>Colorado's offense was led by quarterback Shedeur Sanders, who threw for 341 yards and two touchdowns, completing 61% of his passes. Sanders' top target, Travis Hunter, hauled in seven receptions for 130 yards.</p> 
<p>The Buffaloes' offense put up 433 yards of total offense, with 341 yards coming through the air. Colorado's ground game was limited to 92 yards, but they still managed to score three rushing touchdowns.</p><p>Colorado's defense is looking to improve after giving up 314 total yards to Baylor in their previous game. The Buffaloes allowed 166 rushing yards and one touchdown on the ground, but they were more effective against the pass, surrendering just 148 yards on 11 completions. Baylor finished with 15 first downs, and Colorado will be looking to tighten up in the secondary and against the run in their next game.</p><h3>Are The UCF Knights Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>UCF's record remains unblemished after they pulled off a road upset over TCU, who were favored by -2.5. The Knights not only won the game but also covered the spread, and the over hit as the total score was 69 points, surpassing the 61.5-point line. This was a big win for UCF, as TCU is a Big 12 team.</p><p></p><p>UCF fell behind early, trailing 14-0 in the first quarter. They managed to tie the game at 21-21 by halftime, but TCU pulled ahead again, leading 31-20 going into the fourth. UCF outscored TCU 15-3 in the final quarter to come out on top.</p><p>UCF's offense was on fire in their 35-34 win over TCU, racking up 519 total yards and 30 first downs. The Knights' ground game was particularly strong, with 289 rushing yards and two touchdowns. RJ Harvey led the way with 180 yards on 29 carries, averaging 6.2 yards per attempt and finding the end zone twice.</p> 
<p>KJ Jefferson was efficient through the air, completing 13 of 22 passes for 230 yards and three touchdowns. Kobe Hudson was his top target, hauling in six receptions for 145 yards and a score.</p><p>UCF's defense will be looking to improve after giving up 415 passing yards and 65 rushing yards to TCU in their last game. The Knights allowed 24 first downs and 480 total yards, but they did come up with two interceptions to help limit the damage on the scoreboard, as TCU managed just 34 points.</p>

Colorado Buffaloes vs UCF Knights Betting Pick & Prediction 9/28/24

<p>The Wild and Jets are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Jets will host the game at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, MB. The over/under for this game is set at 5.5 goals, and the Jets are favored by -1.5 against the Wild in a Central division matchup.</p><h3>MINNESOTA WILD VS WINNIPEG JETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Winnipeg Jets -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Canada Life Centre at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WINNIPEG JETS:</h3><ul><li>The Jets enter this game as 1.5-goal favorites and in our projections and we anticipate them winning by a score of 4-3.</li><li>Take the Jets on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Wild (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Wild Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>With a 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs, the Wild improved to 20-9-4. Minnesota was favored on the puck line, but didn’t cover. The total was set at 6 goals, and the combined score of 3 fell well short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Ryan Hartman opened the scoring for the Wild at 9:41 in the first period, but the Maple Leafs tied it up with just 52 seconds left in the period. Matt Boldy netted the game-winner at 2:14 in overtime.</p><p>Ryan Hartman netted his third goal of the season, scoring 9:41 into the first period. Matt Boldy followed with his sixth goal, which came 2:14 into overtime to secure the win. Jared Spurgeon contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to three.</p> <p>The Wild fired 33 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the second and third periods. They finished with 15 giveaways and were unable to convert on any power play opportunities.</p><p>Defensively, the Wild will look to build off their last performance, where they gave up just one goal to Toronto. Filip Gustavsson recorded 27 saves with a 96.4% save percentage, and the defense added 7 takeaways and 22 hits. The only goal they allowed came on a Maple Leafs power play late in the first period.</p><h3>Can the Jets Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>With a 7-4 win over the Lightning, the Jets improved to 23-10-1. Winnipeg covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 11 goals easily surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

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

Minnesota Wild vs Winnipeg Jets Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Thundering Herd and Golden Eagles. The game is starting at 3:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Golden Eagles at Reed Green Coliseum in Hattiesburg, MS. Get ready to place your bets! Marshall is favored by -3.5 in this Sun Belt conference matchup the against Southern Miss. The over/under for the game is set at 147.5 points.</p><h3>MARSHALL THUNDERING HERD VS SOUTHERN MISS GOLDEN EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Southern Miss Golden Eagles +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Reed Green Coliseum at 3:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTHERN MISS GOLDEN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Golden Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Southern Miss 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 under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Marshall Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p>Marshall evened their season record at 5-5 with a 79-70 win over Ohio on Saturday. The Thundering Herd were slight +1 underdogs going into the game but managed to cover the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Marshall led 41-33 at halftime and maintained their lead by outscoring Ohio 38-37 in the second half. The game’s total points of 149 fell short of the 155.5 O/U line.</p><p>Marshall's offense put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 52.7% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60%. They connected on 42.1% of their three-point attempts, going 8-for-19 from deep, and hit 58.3% of their two-point shots. At the free-throw line, they made 13 of 19 attempts, good for 68.4%.</p> <p>Mikal Dawson led the way, hitting 6 of 9 threes and finishing with 27 points on 9-for-12 shooting overall. AJ Clayton also shot 75%, knocking down 4 of 6 from beyond the arc, while AJ Brown contributed 22 points despite shooting 3 of 8 from three.</p><p>Marshall's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 70 points on 52% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 58% of their two-point attempts, as they went 21/36 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Marshall's defense allowed 8/19 shooting, or 42%. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 13 free throws for a 68% rate. Marshall did limit second-chance opportunities, giving up just 4 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Southern Miss Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>Southern Miss fell to 3-7 on the season after a 69-65 home loss to Lamar on Tuesday. The Golden Eagles were +2 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 134, just under the O/U line of 137.5.</p> <p>Southern Miss trailed 36-31 at halftime and narrowly outscored Lamar 34-33 in the second half, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win.</p><p>Southern Miss struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 2 of 13 threes (15.4%) in their last game, contributing to an overall field goal percentage of 42.1%. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.9%, with a 50% success rate on two-point attempts (22/44). At the free-throw line, they connected on 15 of 25 attempts, shooting 60%.</p> <p>Neftali Alvarez led the way with 21 points, 7 assists, and 4 rebounds, shooting 50% from the field despite going 1 for 6 from three. Alexis Marmolejos added 20 points, hitting 3 of 7 threes, while Cody Pennebaker was efficient, making 6 of 10 shots overall and 3 of 5 from deep. Denijay Harris contributed 12 rebounds and 4 assists to go along with his 15 points.</p><p>Southern Miss gave up 69 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field on 24 of 57 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 22 of 44 shooting for 50%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Southern Miss held their opponent to 2 of 13 shooting, just 15%. They also sent them to the line 25 times, where they made 15 free throws for 60%. Southern Miss allowed 15 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>The Detroit Pistons head to Phoenix to take on the Suns in a non-conference matchup. The game is set to tip-off at 9:00 ET and can be seen on AZFa.</p>

<p>Phoenix is currently favored by 6 points and has a record of 14-12. They are 9th in the Western Conference and 3rd in the Pacific Division. Detroit is 11th in the Eastern Conference and 5th in the Central Division. They come into this game with a record of 11-17.</p><h3>DETROIT PISTONS VS PHOENIX SUNS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Pistons +6</p><p>This game will be played at Footprint Center at 9:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT PISTONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 121-112 in favor of the Pistons.</li><li>Our projections have Cade Cunningham finishing with 22 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pistons finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.5% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Pistons Chances on the Road</h3><p>The Pistons fell to 11-17 on the season after a 126-119 home loss to the Jazz on Thursday. Detroit, favored by 4.5 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 245 exceeded the O/U line of 227.5 by 17.5 points.</p> <p>Detroit’s slow start saw them down 48-19 after the 1st quarter. They responded with a 35-19 2nd quarter and went on a 10-0 run to cut the deficit from 32-15 to 32-25. Despite outscoring Utah 32-30 in the 3rd and 33-29 in the 4th, they couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>In the Pistons' 126-119 loss to the Jazz, Cade Cunningham led the way with 33 points and 7 assists, shooting 56.5% from the field and hitting 3 threes at 37.5%. Malik Beasley contributed 26 points, knocking down 7 threes despite shooting just 34.6% overall.</p> <p>As a team, Detroit made 13 threes, but shot just 27.7% from beyond the arc and 43.8% overall. Cunningham scored 11 points in the 4th quarter, while Beasley added 9 in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p><p>Defensively, the Pistons struggled out of the gate, allowing 48 points in the 1st quarter, but they tightened up in the 2nd, giving up just 19. However, they couldn't maintain that level of play, allowing 30 points in the 3rd and 29 in the 4th, leading to a 126-119 loss to the Jazz.</p> <p>Detroit had a tough time defending the perimeter, as the Jazz hit 20 threes at a 50% clip. Utah also went to the line 31 times, making 28 free throws. The Pistons gave up 15 offensive rebounds but did manage to record 10 steals and 8 blocks.</p><h3>Can Phoenix Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><p>The Suns fell to 14-12 on the season after a 120-111 loss to the Pacers on Thursday. Phoenix, favored by six points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 231 points came in just under the 235.5-point line.</p> <p>Indiana’s 14-0 run early in the game put Phoenix in a hole, but the Suns battled back to lead 59-60 at halftime. However, a rough 3rd quarter, where they were outscored 37-24, left them trailing 97-83 heading into the 4th. Despite outscoring the Pacers 28-23 in the final quarter, the Suns couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Kevin Durant poured in 37 points and grabbed 10 rebounds in the Suns' 120-111 loss to the Pacers, shooting 55.6% from the field and hitting 3 threes at a 50% clip. Devin Booker added 17 points, with 12 of those coming in the opening quarter, while Bradley Beal contributed 16 points, shooting 66.7% from the floor and making 2 threes at 50%.</p> <p>Durant was a force in the 4th quarter, scoring 16 points, and added 11 more in the 3rd. The Suns made just 9 threes as a team, shooting 30% from beyond the arc, while finishing with an overall field goal percentage of 48.8%.</p><p>The Suns gave up 120 points in their loss to the Pacers, with a tough 3rd quarter where they allowed 37 points. They did tighten up in the 4th, holding Indiana to 23 points. Phoenix allowed the Pacers to shoot 43% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Suns allowed 16 threes on 39% shooting. Indiana also got to the line 31 times, making 26 free throws. Phoenix gave up 9 offensive rebounds while recording 6 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

Detroit Pistons vs Phoenix Suns Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Michael King and the Padres (67-53) will host the Pirates (56-62) today at 9:40 PM ET from PETCO Park in San Diego, CA. MLBN will be televising this NL matchup, and the Padres are the heavy favorites on the money line at -201. The Pirates, who are 5th in the NL Central, have lost 8 straight.</p>

<p>The over/under line is currently at 8 runs, and Luis L. Ortiz will be starting for the Pirates. </p><h3>PITTSBURGH PIRATES VS SAN DIEGO PADRES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: OVER 8 Runs</p><p>This game will be played at PETCO Park at 9:40 ET on Tuesday, August 13th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE PIRATES VS PADRES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Padres winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Pirates 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>San Diego picked up a 2-1 win over the Pirates in the most recent game of this series. The Padres had a late rally, scoring one run in the 7th and another in the 8th. As for the Pirates, they scored their only run in the 9th. Heading into the game, the Padres were favored at -200 on the money line.</p>

<p>Joe Musgrove only went 4 1/3 innings for the Padres but didn't give up a run and finished with one win. He finished with just one strikeout and allowed one walk. Jake Woodford put together a good outing for the Pirates, giving up just one run in six innings of work.</p>

<p>Ha-Seong Kim was the Padres' top hitter, going 2/3 with an RBI. Oneil Cruz had a two-hit game for the Pirates. Bryan De La Cruz also had two hits and drove in a run for Pittsburgh.</p><h3>Pirates Records & Stats</h3><p>Pittsburgh is on an eight-game losing streak, and they are 56-62 overall this season. The Pirates are 5th in the NL Central, 11 games behind the Brewers. So far, they have gone 17-15 in divisional games. The Pirates dropped the first game of this series vs. the Padres.</p>

<p>At home, the Pirates are 27-31 this season, and they are two games above .500 at 29-31 on the road. As the underdog, the Pirates are 32-41 this season, and they are 24-21 when favored. Pittsburgh's overall series record is 16-17-5, and they have dropped three straight series.</p><p>The Pirates have been a strong bet against the run line this season, going 67-51. They have been especially good on the road, where they are 37-23. They have covered the run line in two straight games and have been a good bet as the underdog, going 50-23.</p><p>The Pittsburgh Pirates are on the road today against the San Diego Padres. The O/U line for the game is set at 8 runs, which is right around their season average of 8.6 runs per game. The Pirates have gone over the total in 56 of their 117 games this season, and they are 11-14 in games with an O/U line of 8 runs. Overall, 51.7% of their games have had higher O/U lines than 8 runs.</p><p>Pittsburgh is sending Luis L. Ortiz to the mound today, and he comes in with a record of 5-2 and an ERA of 3.40. So far, he has made three quality starts and is averaging 6.8 strikeouts per nine innings. Ortiz most recently faced the Padres on August 8th, where he finished with a no-decision. In that outing, he gave up four earned runs in six innings of work. Looking back over his last three outings, Ortiz has finished with a no-decision in each one. He has allowed at least one homer in each of those starts.</p><p>Heading into today's game, the Pirates are averaging 4.2 runs per game, which is 21st in the league. This season, they have been a little better on the road, averaging 4.3 runs per game. As a team, they are batting just .235, and their team on-base percentage is just .302, both of which are in the bottom half of the league.</p>

<p>Bryan Reynolds and Bryan De La Cruz are the Pirates' top home run hitters this season, with 19 and 18 home runs, respectively. Reynolds' 69 RBIs are the most on the team, and he is also batting .284. Oneil Cruz is also in the mix for the team lead in homers, as he has also gone deep 18 times this season while batting .261.</p><h3>Padres Records & Stats</h3><p>San Diego is 67-53 overall and is 3rd in the NL West, 3.5 games behind the Dodgers for the division lead. The Padres are 19-18 in divisional matchups this year. The Padres have taken three straight games vs. the Pirates and are 8-2 across their last 10 games.</p>

<p>At home, the Padres are 31-29 this year and 36-24 on the road. As the favorite, the Padres are 41-31 and 26-22 as the underdog. San Diego has an overall series record of 24-13-3, and they have won seven straight series on the road.</p><p>San Diego is a good run line bet on the road, where they are 40-20, compared to 22-38 at home. The Padres' average run margin in winning games is +3.7, while their average run margin in losing games is -3.5. As the favorite, they are 29-43 against the run line, but as the underdog, they are 33-15.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 8 runs for the San Diego Padres' game against the Pittsburgh Pirates is right in line with their season average. The Padres' games have averaged 9.0 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 64-55. When the line has been set at 8 runs, their over/under record is 9-10-1. In total, 51 of their games have had over/under lines set higher than 8 runs, accounting for 42.5% of their games.</p><p>San Diego is starting right-hander Michael King today vs. the Pirates. He has made 22 starts this year and has a record of 9-6 with a 3.34 ERA. King's WHIP for the season is currently 1.18. In his last outing, he finished with a no-decision, giving up three earned runs in five innings of work vs. the Pirates. Before that, he had won three straight starts. King has been much better on the road this year, going 8-2 with a 3.31 ERA compared to 1-4 with a 4.35 ERA at home.</p><p>So far this season, the Padres are the top-hitting team in the league, batting a combined .265. They are also the top team in the league in terms of fewest strikeouts per game. San Diego's offense is averaging 4.8 runs per game, which is 10th in the league. At home, they are averaging 4.4 runs per contest, compared to 5.1 runs per game on the road.</p>

<p>Jurickson Profar has been the Padres' top power threat this season, as his 19 home runs are the best mark on the team and 14th in the league. Profar also leads the team with 72 RBIs. Manny Machado is 2nd on the team in RBIs (68) and is batting .269 for the season. Over his last 10 games, Jackson Merrill is batting .314 with four homers and 10 RBIs.</p>

Pittsburgh Pirates vs San Diego Padres Betting Pick & Prediction 8/13/24

<p>The Hawks and Hokies are set to face off at 12:00 ET on CBSS. The Hokies will host the game at The Palestra in Philadelphia, PA. Saint Joseph's is the -4.5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Virginia Tech. The over/under for the game is set at 142.5 points.</p><h3>SAINT JOSEPH'S HAWKS VS VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Virginia Tech Hokies +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Palestra at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Hokies.</li><li>Not only will Virginia Tech pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Hawks?</h3><p>Saint Joseph's improved to 7-4 on the season with an 84-57 win over American on Wednesday. The Hawks were -12.5 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Saint Joseph's took control early, leading 44-26 at halftime. They scored 40 points in the 2nd half while allowing 31. The total points for the game were 141, just under the O/U line of 141.5.</p><p>Saint Joseph's put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 60.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 68.8%. They connected on 50% of their threes (8/16) and hit 65.6% of their two-point attempts (21/32), while also making 85.7% of their free throws (18/21).</p> <p>Rasheer Fleming led the way with 26 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 73.3% from the field and hitting 2 of 4 from deep. Erik Reynolds II added 23 points and 6 assists, while Greg Jones and Matt Rogers each contributed 19 points, with Jones shooting 85.7% and Rogers hitting 61.5% from the floor.</p><p>Even with Saint Joseph's allowing 57 points, their defense struggled, giving up 60% shooting from the field. The Hawks allowed 29 made field goals on 48 attempts.</p> <p>Saint Joseph's also sent the other team to the line 21 times, where they hit 18 free throws, shooting 85%.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Virginia Tech?</h3><p>Virginia Tech improved to 5-6 on the season with an 80-72 win over Navy on Sunday. The Hokies were favored by 13.5 points, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 152, surpassing the over/under line of 140.5.</p> <p>Virginia Tech led 46-41 at halftime and outscored Navy 34-31 in the second half to secure the win.</p><p>Virginia Tech's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 80 points while shooting 52.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.7%, thanks in large part to their 55.6% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 10 of 18 attempts. At the free-throw line, they were nearly automatic, connecting on 16 of 18 for 88.9%.</p> <p>Ben Burnham led the way with 17 points on 7-of-9 shooting, including 2-of-3 from three-point range. Rodney Brown Jr. also had a strong performance, hitting 3-of-4 from deep and finishing with 11 points. The Hokies had a balanced scoring effort, with eight players scoring in double figures.</p><p>Virginia Tech's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 72 points on 52% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to connect on 17 of 33 two-point attempts, a 51% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Hokies allowed 10 three-pointers on 18 attempts, with their opponent shooting 55%. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 16, an 88% clip.</p>

Saint Joseph's Hawks vs Virginia Tech Hokies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Hurricanes and Rangers face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN. The Rangers are hosting the game at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY. The Hurricanes are the -1.5 goal favorites in this Metropolitan division matchup against the Rangers. The over/under for the game is set at 5.5 goals.</p><h3>CAROLINA HURRICANES VS NEW YORK RANGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Rangers +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, May 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK RANGERS:</h3><ul><li>Despite being 1.5 goal underdogs, we predict the Rangers to come out on top with a final score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Rangers on the moneyline (+100)</li><li>The Rangers are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Hurricanes Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p><p>On the season, the Carolina Hurricanes have gone 52-23-7 and are in 2nd place in the Eastern Conference standings. In the Metropolitan Division, they are also in 2nd place. Over their last ten games, the Hurricanes have gone 7-3, and they are 3-2 in their last five games.</p>

<p>On the road this season, Carolina has gone 25-13-3, and they are favored in this game as well. In games where they have been favored, the Hurricanes have gone 49-19-7, and they have been favored in 75 of their 82 games this season.</p></p><p>As the road team, the Hurricanes have gone just 1-4 against the puck line in their last five games and have an overall puck line record of 37-45 this season. So far, Carolina has won 35 games by multiple goals and has an average scoring margin of +.8 goals per contest.</p>

<p>Carolina's puck line record on the road this year is 19-22, and their average scoring margin away from home is +.7 goals per game. In their last ten road games, the Hurricanes have gone 4-6 against the puck line.</p> <p>On average, Carolina's games have finished with 6 goals per game. The season's average over/under line stands at 6.2. In total, the Hurricanes come in with an over/under record of 33-47-2.</p><p>In their last three games away from home, the Hurricanes have a straight up record of 1-2 while going 0-3 vs the spread. The team's offense averaged 2 goals per game in these contests.</p><p>On the offensive side, the Hurricanes are scoring an 3.4 goals per game this season, ranking 7th in the NHL. When it came to shots on target per game, they are 3rd in the league. Carolina's offense comes into the game ranked 3rd in power play goals. And in terms of shorthanded goals, they are 4th in the NHL.</p><p>Carolina's current leading scorer is Sebastian Aho. This season, he has 36 goals, which puts him 22nd in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 53 assists so far.</p><p>Defensively, the Rangers come into the season ranked 22nd in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 29.3 shots per game against New York. For the season, they are ranked 14th in shutouts, coming in with 5 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Frederik Andersen gets the start and has made 16 starts this season. His record at this point is 13-2, and his save percentage is 0.397%.</p><h3>Will New York Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><p><p>With a record of 54-23-4, the Rangers have locked up the top seed in the Eastern Conference and the Metropolitan Division. They have won their last two games and have gone 8-2 in their last ten games. At home this season, New York has gone 29-11-0, and they are 43-19-2 when favored.</p>

<p>Over their last five games, the Rangers have gone 5-0 and they have won three straight games as the underdog. In the Eastern Conference, New York has gone 34-16, and they have won their last two games at home.</p></p><p>So far this season, the Rangers have gone 40-41 against the puck line, including going 3-0 in their last three games. As the underdog, New York's puck line record is 15-2, and they have 31 wins by multiple goals.</p>

<p>At home, the Rangers have gone 18-22 against the puck line this year and have a scoring margin of +.7 goals per game. In their last ten home games, the team's puck line record is 4-6.</p> <p>For the season, the average number of goals per game in matchups featuring New York is 6.3. The season's average over/under line is currently at 6.1. The Rangers come in with an over/under record of 44-34-3.</p><p>In their last three games away from home, the Hurricanes have a straight up record of 1-2 while going 0-3 vs. the spread. The team averaged 2 goals per game in this stretch.</p><p>For their offensive performance, the Rangers come in averaging 3.4 goals per game this season, which is 9th in the NHL. In the category of shots on goal per game, they are 14th in the league. This year, the Rangers have recorded a 33-15 record in games where they outshoot their opponent. For games with fewer shots on goal, they have a 20-7 record.</p><p>New York will be looking for a good game from Artemi Panarin who leads the team in scoring with 49 goals, ranking 5th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 69 assists so far.</p><p>The Rangers defense is currently 22nd in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 29.3 shots per game against New York. In terms of shutouts, they come into the game ranked 14th with 5 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Igor Shesterkin comes into the game having made 54 starts this season. So far, his record is 35-17 and he has a save percentage of 0.94%.</p>

Carolina Hurricanes vs New York Rangers Betting Pick & Prediction 5/7/24

<p>Betting on today's Nittany Lions and Dragons game? Catch the action at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA, as the Dragons hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on ESPN+. Penn State is favored by -16.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 147.5 points.</p><h3>PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS VS DREXEL DRAGONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Drexel Dragons +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 12:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DREXEL DRAGONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Dragons.</li><li>Not only will Drexel pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +16.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Are Penn State Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Penn State improved to 9-2 on the season with a dominant 99-51 win over Coppin State on Saturday. The Nittany Lions were heavy favorites at -36.5 and covered the spread, while the combined points of 150 went over the pre-game line of 145.</p> <p>Penn State took control early, leading 52-21 at halftime. They kept up the pressure in the second half, scoring 47 points and allowing just 30.</p><p>Penn State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 99 points with a field goal percentage of 56.7%. Their effective field goal percentage was even more impressive at 65.7%, thanks in large part to their 81.8% shooting from two-point range, hitting 27 of 33 attempts.</p> <p>The Nittany Lions also connected on 11 threes, shooting 32.4% from beyond the arc, and went 12 for 16 from the free-throw line. Ace Baldwin Jr. dished out 16 assists, contributing to the team's total of 31, while Nick Kern Jr. was perfect from the field, hitting all 4 of his shots.</p><p>Despite giving up 51 points, Penn State's defense struggled, allowing the opposing team to shoot 56% from the field, including 81% on two-point attempts (27/33). They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 12 free throws.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team shot 32%, making 11 of their 34 three-point attempts. Penn State also gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can The Dragons Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>The Dragons improved to 7-4 on the season with a 68-65 win over Howard on Tuesday. Drexel entered the game as slight favorites and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Drexel led 36-34 at halftime and edged out Howard by a point in the second half, scoring 32 points while allowing 31. The total points for the game were 133, falling short of the 143.5 O/U line.</p><p>Drexel's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 40.3% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 25% of their threes (7/28), but were more efficient inside, connecting on 52.9% of their two-point attempts (18/34).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Dragons were nearly perfect, making 11 of 12 attempts (91.7%). Jason Drake led the team with 21 points, while Yame Butler added 16, hitting 3 of 7 from deep. Marcus Dockery contributed 14 points, and Blake Harper chipped in 11, despite shooting just 23.5% overall.</p><p>Drexel's defense held their opponent to 65 points on 39% shooting from the field, including 43% from two-point range with 19 made baskets out of 44 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Drexel limited their opponent to 6 threes on 20 attempts, a 30% shooting rate. They also sent them to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 9 free throws, shooting 90%.</p>

Penn State Nittany Lions vs Drexel Dragons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Tigers versus the Eagles? Tip off is at at 3:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Ellis T. Johnson Arena in Morehead, KY. The over/under for this Ohio Valley conference contest is set at 148.5 points, with Morehead State being favored by -4.5 at home against Tennessee State.</p><h3>TENNESSEE STATE TIGERS VS MOREHEAD STATE EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Morehead State Eagles -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ellis T. Johnson Arena at 3:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MOREHEAD STATE EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Morehead State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Tigers?</h3><p>Tennessee State’s season woes continued with a 77-75 loss to Southern Indiana on Thursday, dropping their record to 1-8. Despite being +4.5 point underdogs, the Tigers kept it close, covering the spread. The game’s total points of 152 narrowly exceeded the O/U line of 150.5.</p> <p>The Tigers led 40-39 at halftime but were outscored 38-35 in the second half, leading to another loss.</p><p>Brandon Weston led the way for Tennessee State with 33 points, shooting 52.9% from the field in their last game. Aaron Nkrumah added 20 points and 5 assists, hitting 3 of 7 from beyond the arc, while Damoni Harrison knocked down 5 threes at a 62.5% rate, finishing with 19 points.</p> <p>The Tigers shot 43.6% overall, with a 27.3% mark from three-point range, and an effective field goal percentage of 49.1%. They connected on 21 of 28 free throws (75%) and grabbed 13 offensive rebounds, finishing with 9 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite Tennessee State's defensive efforts, they gave up 77 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field. The Tigers allowed 42% shooting on two-point attempts, as the other team went 16/38 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Tennessee State's defense saw the opposition hit 8 of 22 attempts, good for 36%. The Tigers also sent the other team to the free-throw line 31 times, where they converted 21 of those attempts, shooting 67%. Tennessee State allowed 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Eagles Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>The Eagles improved to 3-6 on the season with a 70-69 win over UT Martin on Thursday. Morehead State was favored by 5.5 points but didn’t cover the spread, and the game’s total points of 139 fell short of the O/U line of 143.5.</p> <p>After trailing 31-30 at halftime, the Eagles matched UT Martin’s 29 points in the 2nd half to secure the narrow victory at home.</p><p>Morehead State put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 48.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.6%. They connected on 42.1% of their threes, hitting 8 of 19 attempts, and went 18 for 35 on two-pointers, shooting 51.4% inside the arc.</p> <p>Jerone Morton led the way with 18 points and 7 assists, shooting 63.6% from the field and 66.7% from three. Tarence Guinyard added 17 points despite shooting just 28.6%, while Tyler Brelsford contributed 13 points, hitting 16.7% from deep.</p><p>Morehead State's defense gave up 69 points, with their opponents shooting 48% from the field. They allowed 18 two-point field goals on 35 attempts, a 51% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Morehead State's defense conceded 8 threes on 19 attempts, with the opposition shooting 42%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 10, shooting 62%. Morehead State allowed 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's Texans and Redhawks game? Catch the action at Redhawk Center in Seattle, WA, as the Redhawks hosts this showdown at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 136 points, and Seattle is favored by -7.5 vs. Tarleton State in a Western Athletic conference matchup.</p><h3>TARLETON STATE TEXANS VS SEATTLE REDHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Seattle Redhawks -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Redhawk Center at 6:00 ET on Saturday, February 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SEATTLE REDHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 86-62 in favor of the Redhawks.</li><li>Not only will Seattle pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Texans Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>Heading into tonight's game, Tarleton State is 16-7 overall and 9-3 in Western Athletic Conference play. The Texans have won four consecutive games, including a 72-61 victory over Utah Valley in their most recent game. So far this season, Tarleton State has gone 7-4 in non-conference games compared to 9-3 in WAC matchups.</p>

<p>On the road, the Texans have gone 6-5, and they are currently on a three-game win streak away from home. Overall, their average scoring margin on the road is -5.6 points per game. As the underdog, Tarleton State is 5-5, and they have gone 8-2 when favored.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Tarleton State has an ATS record of 6-4. On the road, their ATS mark is 7-4, including a 3-0 record in their last three road games. Overall, the Texans are 12-8 vs. the spread this year.</p><p>On the season, the over/under record for Tarleton State games is 11-9 and the average scoring total in their games is 137.6 points. So far, 12 of their games have finished with more points than today's over/under line of 136 points. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and the average scoring total in those games is 140 points.</p><p>The Texans' offense wrapped up their last game with 72 points, aligning closely with their current season average of 71.6 points per contest. Lue Williams led the team in scoring, putting up 21 points. Additionally, Jakorie Smith contributed 13 points for the Texans.</p><p>The Texans' defense is presently ranked 52nd nationally, allowing an average of 66.6 points per contest. In their previous game vs. Utah Valley, the Wolverines finished with a field goal percentage of 35% and a total of 61 points vs. Tarleton State.</p><h3>Can the Redhawks Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Seattle is 11-3 this season when they have been favored, and they are favored by 7.5 points in this game. At home, the Redhawks have gone 11-2 this season, and they have won their last six games at home.</p>

<p>Overall, Seattle has gone 14-9 this season, and they have won two games in a row. Their record in the Western Athletic Conference is 7-5, and they are 7-4 outside of conference play.</p><p>Seattle has an ATS record of 13-9 this season and they have gone 7-6 vs. the spread at home. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Redhawks have gone 5-5 vs. the spread.</p><p>Seattle's over/under record this season is 10-12 and today's line of 136 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (140.2). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 143 points.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Seattle offense ended with 75 points against Abilene Christian. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 42.6% and made 9 threes. Alex Schumacher led the team in scoring, putting up 14 points. Additionally, John Christofilis contributed 14 points for the Redhawks.</p><p>This season, the Seattle defense has been impressive, holding the 67th position in the country while permitting an average of 67.4 points per contest. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Seattle's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 39.5% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 27.5% this season.</p>

Tarleton State Texans vs Seattle Redhawks Betting Pick & Prediction 2/10/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Cardinals and Red Raiders face off at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. The Red Raiders are hosting the game at United Supermarkets Arena in Lubbock, TX. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 141.5 points, and Texas Tech is favored by -23.5 at home against Lamar.</p><h3>LAMAR CARDINALS VS TEXAS TECH RED RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Lamar Cardinals +23.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Supermarkets Arena at 1:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LAMAR CARDINALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Red Raiders.</li><li>Even though we have Texas Tech winning straight-up, we like Lamar at +23.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Lamar Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Lamar Cardinals Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Cardinals improved to 4-5 on the season with a 69-65 road win over Southern Miss on Tuesday. Lamar entered the game as 2-point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 134 fell just short of the 137.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Lamar led 36-31 at halftime and scored 33 points in the 2nd half, allowing 34 points to Southern Miss.</p><p>Lamar's offense put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 39.4% from the field and 31.8% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.5%, and they hit 66.7% of their free throws, going 10 for 15 from the line.</p> <p>Neftali Alvarez led the way with 21 points and 7 assists, shooting 50% overall despite hitting just 1 of 6 from three. Alexis Marmolejos added 20 points, connecting on 3 of 7 from deep, while Cody Pennebaker hit 3 of 5 from three, finishing with 16 points on 60% shooting.</p><p>Despite giving up 15 offensive rebounds, Lamar held their opponent to 65 points on 42% shooting from the field. The Cardinals were particularly effective in defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to just 2 made threes on 13 attempts, a 15% success rate.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Lamar's opponent shot 50%, converting 22 of 44 two-point attempts. The Cardinals also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 25 times, where they made 15, shooting 60%.</p><h3>Will Texas Tech Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Texas Tech improved to 8-2 on the season with an 86-50 win over Oral Roberts on Monday. The Red Raiders, who were -27.5 point favorites, covered the spread in the victory.</p> <p>Tech led 41-19 at halftime and added 45 points in the 2nd half while allowing 31. The total points for the game were 136, which was under the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Texas Tech put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 53.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60.9%. They were dominant inside, hitting 68.6% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 34.5% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Red Raiders dished out 26 assists, with Federiko Federiko and Chance McMillian each contributing 5. Federiko also grabbed 12 rebounds and scored 23 points, shooting 11/13 from the field. McMillian added 20 points, hitting 3 of 4 from deep and shooting 88.9% overall.</p><p>Despite giving up 50 points, Texas Tech's defense struggled, allowing the opponent to shoot 53% from the field. The Red Raiders couldn't contain the two-point attack, with the other team hitting 68% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Texas Tech's defense allowed 10 threes on 29 attempts, a 34% shooting rate. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 8, shooting 61%. The Red Raiders gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

Lamar Cardinals vs Texas Tech Red Raiders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Cougars and Redhawks game? Catch the action at Show Me Center in Cape Girardeau, MO, as the Redhawks hosts this showdown at 4:45 ET on ESPN+. In this Ohio Valley matchup, SIUE is favored bt -1.5 vs. Southeast Missouri State. The over/under for the game is 139.5 points.</p><h3>SIUE COUGARS VS SOUTHEAST MISSOURI STATE REDHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Southeast Missouri State Redhawks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Show Me Center at 4:45 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTHEAST MISSOURI STATE REDHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Redhawks.</li><li>Not only will Southeast Missouri State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Cougars Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>SIUE fell to 4-5 on the season after a 60-56 road loss to Little Rock on Thursday. The Cougars entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs and did not cover the spread.</p> <p>SIUE trailed 30-22 at halftime but outscored Little Rock 34-30 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 116 fell short of the 137-point O/U line.</p><p>In their latest game, the SIUE Cougars managed just 56 points, shooting 32.2% from the field and 28.6% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage stood at 39%, with the team hitting 35.5% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>Mwani Wilkinson was a bright spot, hitting 4 of 6 threes at 66.7% and finishing with 16 points. Ray'Sean Taylor led the team with 18 points, while Johnathan Lawson contributed 12 points and 10 rebounds.</p><p>SIUE's defense held their opponent to 60 points, allowing them to shoot 39% from the field. They limited two-point attempts, with the other team going 15/40 for 37%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opponent hit 8/19 threes, shooting 42%. SIUE sent them to the line 11 times, where they made 6 free throws, shooting 54%. The Cougars gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Redhawks Win at Show Me Center?</h3><p>Southeast Missouri State improved to 3-6 on the season with a 79-72 home win over Eastern Illinois on Thursday. The Redhawks, who were -4.5 favorites, covered the spread, and the game’s total points of 151 exceeded the O/U line of 139.5.</p> <p>Leading 38-35 at halftime, Southeast Missouri State scored 41 points in the 2nd half while holding Eastern Illinois to 37 points after the break.</p><p>Southeast Missouri State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 79 points with a field goal percentage of 56.2% and an effective field goal percentage of 66.7%. They shot 65.4% from two-point range and 45.5% from beyond the arc, connecting on 10 of 22 three-point attempts. At the free-throw line, they hit 75%, making 15 of 20 shots.</p> <p>Teddy Washington Jr. led the way with 28 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 50% from three-point range (5/10) and 53.3% overall. The team dished out 18 assists, with Brendan Terry contributing 13 points on 6 of 8 shooting (75.0%).</p><p>Southeast Missouri State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 72 points on 56% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 65% of their two-point attempts, going 17/26 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Redhawks gave up 10 threes on 22 attempts, a 45% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 20 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 75%.</p>

SIUE Cougars vs Southeast Missouri State Redhawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>The Governors and Hatters are set to face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN2. The Hatters will host the game at Edmunds Center in DeLand, FL. This Atlantic Sun conference matchup has an over/under of 145.5 points, and Stetson is favored to win by -3.5 at home vs. Austin Peay.</p><h3>AUSTIN PEAY GOVERNORS VS STETSON HATTERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Stetson Hatters -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Edmunds Center at 2:00 ET on Sunday, March 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE STETSON HATTERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-66 in favor of the Hatters.</li><li>Not only will Stetson pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Governors Exceed Expectations on the Road?</h3><p>On the season, Austin Peay has gone 5-12 on the road, and their average scoring margin is -5.0 points per game. They have gone 8-12 when listed as the underdog.</p>

<p>Over their last 10 road games, the Governors have gone just 3-7, but they have won two straight games.</p><p>As the underdog, Austin Peay has an ATS record of 13-7 this season and they have gone 6-4 in their last 10 games as the underdog. On the road, the Governors have an ATS mark of 10-7 this year and they are 2-1 ATS in their last 3 road games.</p><p>The over/under record for Austin Peay games this season is 18-10, and the average scoring total in their games is 144 points. Today's over/under line of 145.5 is higher than the average OU line in their games (140). So far, 15 of their games have finished with more points than today's OU line.</p><p>In their recent game, the Governors' offense concluded with 77 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 74.5 points per contest. Dezi Jones was the leading scorer for the Governors, putting up 34 points. In addition, Demarcus Sharp contributed 12 points.</p><p>In terms of defense, Austin Peay is currently on par with the NCAA average for points allowed, giving up an average of 72.3 points per game. Austin Peay's three-point defense is currently 75th in the country at 6.3 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 45.4% of their shots vs. Austin Peay.</p><h3>Can the Hatters Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Stetson has been a much better team at home this season, going 12-2 compared to 6-10 on the road. Their average scoring margin at home is +6.4 compared to -7.1 on the road. They have won three straight games at home, and their record over their last 10 games at home is 8-2.</p>

<p>Overall, Stetson is 21-12 this season, and they have won two straight games. In Atlantic Sun play, they have gone 13-5 compared to 8-7 in non-conference games. Today, they are favored by 3.5 points, and they have gone 11-4 this season when favored.</p><p>Stetson has gone 8-6 vs. the spread at home this season and is 5-5 ATS as the favorite over their last 10 games. Overall, the Hatters have an ATS record of 16-14 this year.</p><p>Stetson's over/under record this season is 11-17-2, and today's line of 145.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (146.6). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 154 points, and their OU record over their last 10 games is 4-6.</p><p>Stetson's offense is coming off a strong performance vs. Jacksonville, finishing the game with a total of 88 points. Their season average is now 77 points per game. The team's top scorer is Jalen Blackmon, who comes into today's matchup with an average of 20.8, while Stephan D.Swenson also maintains a PPG average of 13.8 leading up to the game.</p><p>Stetson's defense is currently in line with the NCAA average for points allowed, allowing an average of 72.2 points per game. In their most recent game, the Stetson defense struggled to defend the three-point line, as Jacksonville knocked down 13 three-pointers on their way to 87 points.</p>

Austin Peay Governors vs Stetson Hatters Betting Pick & Prediction 3/10/24

<p>Betting on today's Cougars and Panthers game? Catch the action at Orleans Arena in Las Vegas, NV, as the Panthers hosts this showdown at 4:00 ET on FloH. In this non-conference matchup, Washington State is favored by -3.5 against Northern Iowa. The over/under for the game is 149 points.</p><h3>WASHINGTON STATE COUGARS VS NORTHERN IOWA PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Northern Iowa Panthers +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Orleans Arena at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTHERN IOWA 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 Northern Iowa pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Washington State Pull Off A Win at Orleans Arena?</h3><h3>Washington State Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Washington State dropped to 9-3 on the season following an 89-73 loss to Washington on Wednesday. The Cougars entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 162, exceeding the pre-game O/U line of 149.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 35-31 at halftime, the Cougars allowed 54 points in the 2nd half while scoring 42 of their own.</p><p>In their last game, Washington State put up 73 points, shooting 43.1% from the field and 30% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.3%, and they hit 81% of their free throws, going 17-for-21 from the line. The Cougars also grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 12 assists.</p> <p>DJ Davis and Nate Calmese led the scoring with 21 points each, with Davis hitting 3-of-7 from deep. Ethan Price added 16 points, while Mekhi Mason and LeJuan Watts contributed 15 points apiece. Great Osobor was efficient, shooting 60% from the field, and Tyree Ihenacho was perfect, going 4-for-4 from the floor.</p><p>Washington State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 89 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Cougars allowed their opponent to hit 51% of their two-point attempts, going 21/41 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Washington State's defense allowed 10 threes on 21 attempts, a 47% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 26 times, where they converted 17, shooting 65%.</p><h3>Do the Panthers Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Northern Iowa improved to 6-4 on the season with a dominant 104-76 win over Montana on Monday. The Panthers were -10.5 favorites heading into the game and covered the spread comfortably. The total points for the game reached 180, surpassing the O/U line of 146.</p> <p>Leading 48-34 at halftime, Northern Iowa continued to pour it on in the second half, outscoring the Grizzlies 56-42. The Panthers' offense was firing on all cylinders, as they put up over 100 points for the first time this season.</p><p>Northern Iowa's offense was unstoppable in their last game, putting up 104 points with a field goal percentage of 69% (40/58). Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 79.3%, thanks to 74.4% shooting on two-pointers (29/39) and 57.9% from beyond the arc (11/19).</p> <p>Leon Bond III led the way with 37 points, hitting 4 of 5 threes and shooting 80% overall (12/15). Jacob Hutson added 24 points, shooting 73.3% from the field (11/15), while Kai Johnson contributed 18 points in just 20 minutes, hitting 75% of his shots (6/8).</p><p>Even with Northern Iowa giving up 76 points, their offense couldn't capitalize on the Panthers' defensive struggles. Northern Iowa allowed their opponent to shoot 69% from the field, including 74% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Northern Iowa's defense gave up 11 threes on 19 attempts, a 57% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 18 times, where they hit 13 free throws.</p>

Washington State Cougars vs Northern Iowa Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Betting on today's Kraken and Golden Knights game? Catch the action at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, NV, as the Golden Knights hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 5.5 goals, and the Golden Knights are favored by -1.5 vs. the Kraken.</p><h3>SEATTLE KRAKEN VS VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Vegas Golden Knights -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at T-Mobile Arena at 10:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Kraken winning this one 3-2.</li><li>We like the Kraken on the moneyline (+163)</li><li>The Kraken are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Do the Kraken Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Seattle dropped to 15-17-2 after a 2-0 loss to the Bruins. The Kraken entered the game as underdogs on the puck line, with the total set at 6 goals. The combined 2 goals fell well short of the total.</p> 

<p>Both of Boston’s goals came in the first period. The Kraken’s offense struggled, managing just 23 shots on goal and failing to score. They also had 19 giveaways, contributing to their offensive woes.</p><p>Seattle was shut out in their 2-0 loss to Boston, marking the fourth time this season they’ve been held scoreless. The Kraken took 23 shots on goal but couldn’t find the net, and they gave the puck away 19 times.</p> <p>Seattle failed to score in any period, including on power plays. The team remained scoreless after the first period, with Boston taking a 2-0 lead early on.</p><p>Joey Daccord made 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage, but Seattle's defense gave up two early goals in the first period, leading to a 2-0 loss. The Kraken's defense finished with 18 hits and 4 takeaways.</p><h3>Can Vegas Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>With a 4-3 overtime win against the Utah Hockey Club, the Golden Knights improved to 21-8-3. Vegas, favored by -1.5 goals, failed to cover the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 7 goals surpassed that mark.</p> 

<p>Vegas trailed 2-0 before rallying with four different players finding the net. Brett Howden scored the game-winner at 2:15 into overtime.</p><p>In their 4-3 overtime win against Utah, the Golden Knights fired 35 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the first period. Pavel Dorofeyev netted his 7th goal of the season, while Brett Howden scored his 6th, including the game-winner in OT. William Karlsson added his 2nd goal of the year, and Noah Hanifin found the net for the 2nd time this season.</p> <p>Hanifin also contributed with two assists, bringing his total to 5 for the season. The Golden Knights recorded 13 giveaways and were shut out on power play opportunities.</p><p>On defense, the Golden Knights gave up the first two goals of the game, one at 11:52 in the first period and another at 12:00 in the second. After taking a 3-2 lead, they allowed a third goal at 13:10 in the third period. Adin Hill made 16 saves with a save percentage of 84.2%. The defense also recorded 10 takeaways and 22 hits.</p>

Seattle Kraken vs Vegas Golden Knights Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

Bell Centre is the site for an enticing showdown as the Carolina Hurricanes come into town to face the Montreal Canadiens. It's the third and final time that these two clubs will meet in the regular season. CiTV will broadcast this Eastern Conference matchup, which gets underway at 7 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 29.
<h2>Carolina Hurricanes at Montreal Canadiens Odds</h2>
Playing the role of favorite will be Montreal (-125), while Carolina is a dog offering moneyline odds of +105,, and oddsmakers have put the Over/Under (O/U) at an even 6 goals (-125 money on the over, +105 on the under).

Carolina is 35-28 straight up (SU) and has lost 3.3 units for moneyline bettors thus far. Through 63 regular season outings, 32 of its games have gone under the total, while 30 have gone over and none have pushed. This 2019-20 Hurricanes team is 16-14 SU on the road.

Carolina has converted on 21.4 percent of its power play chances this season, a figure that's right around league average. Its penalty kill is ranked fifth overall, and the team's successfully killed off 83.0 percent of its penalties.

For the team as a whole, Carolina has been sent to the penalty box 4.0 times per game this season, 4.4 per game over its last five matchups total, and 4.2 per game over its last five games as the visiting team. The team's been forced to defend opponent power plays 8.5 minutes per game over their last 10 outings.

Averaging 24.7 saves per game with a .904 save percentage, Petr Mrazek (21-18-2) has been the primary option in goal for Carolina this year. If head coach Rod Brind Amour decides to rest him, however, the team may turn to James Reimer (15-10-2 record, .914 save percentage, 2.66 goals against average).

Sebastian Aho and Teuvo Teravainen will both be relied on to produce for the visiting Hurricanes. Aho has 62 points via 36 goals and 26 assists, and has recorded two or more points in 14 different games. Teravainen has 15 goals and 44 assists to his name, and has logged a point in 40 games.

Montreal is 29-37 straight up (SU) and has lost 16.6 units for moneyline bettors this year. Through 66 regular season contests, 33 of its games have gone under the total, while 30 have gone over and just three have pushed. It's 13-22 SU as the home team this season.

Montreal has converted on 18.9 percent of its power play opportunities this year, a mark that's right around league average. On the other hand, its penalty kill is ranked 21st overall, and it's successfully killed off 78.5 percent of all penalties.

The Canadiens have been penalized only 3.4 times per game this season, 3.2 per game over their last five contests total, and 3.0 per game over their last five at home. The team's been forced to stave off opponent power plays just 8.1 minutes per game over their last 10 outings.

Carey Price has denied 27.7 shots per game as the top choice in goal for Montreal. Price has 26 wins, 29 losses, and six OT losses to his name and has maintained a .910 save percentage and 2.76 goals against average this season.

Tomas Tatar (22 goals, 36 assists) will lead the offensive counter for the Canadiens.
<h3>Carolina Hurricanes vs. Montreal Canadiens Betting Predictions</h3>
<a href="http://bangthebook.com/nhl-betting-trends-of-the-day/">Free NHL Tip:</a> SU Winner – Canadiens, O/U – Under
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Betting Trends

For both of these teams, the over has hit in four of their last five matchups.

Two clubs that shoot the puck early and often, Carolina has registered the league's third-most shots on goal (33.4) and Montreal has attempted the third-most (34.2).

Power-play chances could play a critical role in this matchup. The Hurricanes are 9-6 in games where they serve fewer penalty minutes than their opponent and 21-18 when they're in the box for fewer than 10 total penalty minutes. The Canadiens are 8-10 when they serve fewer penalty minutes than the opposition and 21-27 in games where they're in the box for less than 10 minutes.

Carolina is 5-0 in games decided by a shootout this season while Montreal is 4-1 in shootouts.

Montreal is ranked 21st in the NHL this season with 6.9 takeaways per game. That figure has trended upward, as it has averaged 7.4 takeaways over its last 10 games and 9.2 takeaways over its last five.

Carolina skaters have managed 9.0 takeaways per game over its last five road games, its season average of 9.5 takeaways per game (ranked second overall).

Carolina could hold an advantage if this one comes down to the wire. The team's 12-10 in games decided by one goal, while Montreal is only 14-22 in such games.

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Carolina Hurricanes vs. Montreal Canadiens Betting Pick 2/29/20

<p>Looking at the money line odds, the Steelers are -161 favorites on the road as they face the Broncos at 4:25 ET on Sunday, September 15th. The Broncos' money line odds are +135, and the Steelers are -3 point favorites. The over/under line is 36.5 points. This week two AFC matchup is being televised on CBS.</p><h3>PITTSBURGH STEELERS VS DENVER BRONCOS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Steelers -3</p><p>This game will be played at Empower Field at Mile High at 4:25 ET on Sunday, September 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PITTSBURGH STEELERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Steelers winning this one by a score of 23 to 16</li><li>Not only do we have the Steelers winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -3</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 36.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Steelers Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>The Steelers picked up an 18-10 win over the Falcons, giving them a 1-0 record to start the season. Pittsburgh came into the game as +4 point underdogs, and their 8-point win also resulted in a win against the spread. The combined 28 points was lower than the over/under line of 43 points.</p><p></p><p>After the Falcons opened the scoring with a field goal, Pittsburgh added one of their own to tie things at 3. The Steelers then added two more field goals in the 2nd quarter to take a 12-10 lead heading into halftime and added another field goal in the 3rd and 4th quarters each.</p><p>The Steelers' offense managed just 133 yards passing in their 18-10 win over the Falcons. Pittsburgh's running game was more effective, with 137 yards on 41 attempts. They finished with 16 first downs and converted 47.1% of their third down chances. Justin Fields, filling in at quarterback, threw for 156 yards and completed 73% of his passes but didn't find the endzone.</p><p></p><p>Najee Harris rushed for 70 yards to lead the team, while George Pickens was the top receiver with 85 yards on six catches. Pittsburgh's offensive line allowed two sacks, and the team failed to score a passing touchdown.</p>
</p><p>In their most recent game, the Steelers' defense was tough to move the ball against, allowing just 137 passing yards on 16 completions. They came away with two interceptions and held Atlanta to a 61.5% completion percentage. Despite giving up 89 rushing yards on 22 attempts, the Steelers' defense was strong on third down, allowing the Falcons to convert just 22.2% of their third down chances.<p></p>Pittsburgh's defense also gave up only 226 total yards in their 18-10 win over the Falcons. They allowed just one touchdown and pressured the quarterback with two sacks and a positive quarterback hit differential, although they did lose the tackles for loss battle.</p><h3>Will The Broncos Win At Home Over The Steelers?</h3><p>The Broncos' most recent game was a 26-20 loss to the Seahawks, dropping their record to 0-1 for the season. Denver exceeded expectations on the road, as they were +6.5 point underdogs but lost by only six points. The combined 46 points exceeded the over/under line of 42 points. Denver battled to a 3-3 tie after the 1st quarter and took a 13-9 lead into halftime after Bo Nix found Josh Reynolds for a 25-yard touchdown with 19 seconds left in the 2nd quarter.<p></p>However, the Broncos didn't score at all in the 3rd quarter, and the Seahawks outscored them 10-7 in the 4th. Geno Smith's 34-yard touchdown run and Bo Nix's touchdown pass to Reynolds helped Denver take the lead in the 2nd quarter. The Seahawks took control in the 3rd quarter, with Kenneth Walker III scoring on a 23-yard run and Jason Myers adding a field goal to put Seattle back in front.</p><p>The Broncos' offense struggled in their 26-20 loss to the Seahawks, managing just 13 first downs and 132 total yards. Bo Nix, playing at quarterback, threw for 138 yards, completing 61% of his passes, but failed to get into the endzone and threw two interceptions. Denver's running game finished with 99 yards on 25 attempts.</p><p></p><p>Josh Reynolds led the team with 45 yards receiving. On the ground, Nix was the leading rusher with 35 yards, including a 23-yard run and one touchdown. The Broncos also had a tough time on third down, converting only 27.8% of their chances.</p><p>In their 26-20 loss to the Seahawks, the Broncos' defense gave up 146 rushing yards on 33 attempts. Despite this, they held Seattle to just 304 total yards. The Broncos' run defense allowed 4.4 yards per attempt. In the passing game, they allowed just 158 yards through the air, with Seattle completing 72% of their passes. Denver defended well on third downs, allowing the Seahawks to convert only 33.3% of their third down attempts.<p></p>The Broncos' defense also came up with one interception and two sacks in the game. Denver's offense turned the ball over twice in the loss.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Sharks and Oilers. The game is starting at 4:00 ET on NBCS, and it's hosted by the Oilers at Rogers Place in Edmonton, AB. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6.5 goals, and the Oilers are favored by -1.5 vs. the Sharks.</p><h3>SAN JOSE SHARKS VS EDMONTON OILERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Edmonton Oilers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Place at 4:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EDMONTON OILERS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5-goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Oilers to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Oilers on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Sharks (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Sharks Grab a Win in Edmonton?</h3><p>San Jose fell to 11-19-5 after a 3-2 loss to the Canucks. The Sharks were underdogs on the puck line, and the total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for only 5.</p>

<p>The Sharks took the lead at 2:37 in the second period, but the Canucks tied it up later in the same period. Both teams scored in the third, with Vancouver netting the game-winner with just 26 seconds left.</p><p>Nico Sturm netted his second goal of the season, while Mikael Granlund added his sixth in the Sharks' 3-2 loss to Vancouver. Granlund took 3 shots on goal, with Sturm scoring on his only attempt.</p> <p>San Jose fired 23 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the first period. They recorded 16 giveaways in the game.</p><p>San Jose's defense allowed the first goal at 5:19 in the second period and two more in the third, including the game-winner with just 26 seconds left. Mackenzie Blackwood made 25 saves with a save percentage of 89.3%. The Sharks' defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 21 hits.</p><h3>Do the Oilers Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Flames, Edmonton improved to 19-11-2 this season. The Oilers covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals fell just short of the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> 

<p>Four different Oilers found the net in this one, with Zach Hyman breaking a 2-2 tie at 9:50 in the third period. Edmonton added an empty-net goal with just 3 seconds left to seal the victory.</p><p>Leon Draisaitl opened the scoring for the Oilers, netting his 9th goal of the season just 20 seconds into the game. Zach Hyman followed with his 3rd goal, which came on a power play in the 3rd period. Hyman also added his 2nd assist of the season on Jeff Skinner's 3rd goal. Mattias Janmark closed out the scoring with an empty-netter, his 2nd goal of the year.</p> <p>The Oilers took 31 shots on goal and recorded 10 giveaways. Draisaitl, who now has 8 assists on the season, picked up two more in this game.</p><p>Defensively, the Oilers will want to avoid another lapse like the one they had in their last game against the Flames, where they gave up goals at 4:33 in the 2nd period and 4:28 in the 3rd. However, they did hold the Flames scoreless after that, leading to a 4-2 win. Stuart Skinner made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage, while the defense added 25 blocks and 2 takeaways.</p>

San Jose Sharks vs Edmonton Oilers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>From T-Mobile Park in Seattle, we have an American League matchup between the Athletics and Mariners. First pitch on Friday is set for 9:40 PM ET. Oakland comes in with a record of 18-21, while the Mariners are currently 20-18.</p>

<p>Friday night's starting pitching matchup features Paul Blackburn for the Athletics and Bryan Woo for the Mariners. Looking at the odds, the over/under line is at 7.5 runs, and the Mariners are the favorite at -148 on the money line.</p><h3>SEATTLE MARINERS VS OAKLAND ATHLETICS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Seattle Mariners Moneyline -148</p><p>This game will be played at T-Mobile Park at 9:40 ET on Friday, May 10th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ATHLETICS VS MARINERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Mariners winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Athletics to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Athletics Records & Stats</h3><p>The Athletics will be looking to get back on track after closing out their series vs. the Rangers with a 12-11 loss. Oakland was the +118 underdog at home going into this matchup. Things looked good for the Athletics early on, as they got on the board with two runs in the 1st inning and added another two runs in the 2nd.</p>

<p>Oakland started Osvaldo Bido, and he took the loss, going only 2 2/3 innings, and giving up four earned runs on three homers. The Athletics's offense scored 11 runs on 14 hits but only had two home runs. Shea Langeliers went 2/5 with a homer and three RBIs.</p><p>The Athletics will be on the road to take on the Mariners with an 18-21 record, which has them 3rd in the AL West. So far, they are 4.0 games behind the Rangers for the division lead. This season, they are 3-4 in division games and have an overall series record of 6-5-1.</p>

<p>At home, the Athletics are 10-13 this year, and they are at an even 8-8 on the road. Oakland closed out their series vs. the Rangers with a loss and went on to lose the first game of their series vs. the Angels. The Athletics are 14-20 as the underdog this year but have gone 4-1 when favored.</p><p>When the Athletics win, they win big, with an average run margin of 3.2 runs per game. But when they lose, they lose big, with an average run margin of -4.1 runs per game. As a result, their overall run line record is 22-17, with a run line record of 20-14 as the underdog. Their run line record on the road is 10-6, and they have covered the run line in two straight games as the underdog.</p><p>The Oakland Athletics have had a high percentage of games with over/under lines set at 7.5 runs this season, with 59.0% of their games having that line. Their over/under record when the line is set at 7.5 runs is 4-9. Their over streak is at 3 games, with their last game against the Rangers going over the total of 8 runs.</p><p>Paul Blackburn gets the start for the Athletics today as he faces off against the Mariners on the road. So far this season, he has made seven starts and has a record of 3-1 with a 3.00 ERA. Blackburn has pitched well at home, coming in with a 1.51 ERA compared to 6.5 on the road. In his last outing, he picked up the win, going seven innings and giving up just one earned run. Looking back further, he has given up at least one homer in three straight outings. Opponents are batting .208 off Blackburn this season.</p>
<p>Heading into today's game, the Athletics are 22nd in the league in runs scored, averaging 3.9 runs per game. However, they have been better at home, putting up 4.5 runs per contest. As a team, they are batting just .221, which is 20th in the league, and have the 11th best slugging percentage in the league. Oakland's offense has been good at hitting home runs this season, as they are 3rd in the league in homers.</p>

<p>Over the team's last seven games, Abraham Toro and Brent Rooker have been swinging the bat well, with Toro going 12/32 (.375) and Rooker going 12/26 (.462) with four homers. Rooker's 24 RBIs are 11th best in the league, and he also leads the team with nine homers. Shea Langeliers and Tyler Nevin are also tied for 1st on the team with nine homers.</p><h3>Mariners Records & Stats</h3><p>The Mariners will be looking to get back on track after closing out their series vs. the Twins with an 11-1 loss. Seattle was actually the slight favorite on the money line going into the game but fell behind big early, as the Twins scored five times in the first.</p>

<p>Offensively, the Mariners only had one fewer hit than the Twins but scored just one run. Their lone run came in the 2nd inning. Luke Raley was the only Mariners hitter to have more than one hit, going 2/4 with a run scored.</p><p>Seattle is 20-18 overall this season, and they are 2nd in the AL West, 1.5 games behind the Rangers. The Mariners lost the final two games of their series vs. the Twins and went 1-3 in the series. So far, they have gone 4-2 in divisional games.</p>

<p>At home, the Mariners are 11-8 this season compared to a record of 9-10 on the road. As the favorite, Seattle has gone 11-9 this season and 9-9 as the underdog. Their overall series record is 6-5-1 this season.</p><p>Seattle has been a .500 team against the run line this season, going 18-20, but they have been a better bet on the road, where they are 9-10. They have been a slight underdog in most games, and they have gone 10-8 against the run line in those games. Their average run differential for the season is just +0.1 runs per game, but they have been outscored by an average of 3.4 runs per game in their losses.</p><p>Seattle's over/under record is 11-25 on the season, and they are on a three-game over streak. The Mariners' average combined run total for the season is 7.3, and their games have averaged an over/under line of 8 runs. When the over/under line is set at 7.5 runs, their record is 4-8. So far this season, 47.4% of their games have had over/under lines set higher than 7.5 runs.</p><p>Bryan Woo is coming off a season in which he made 18 starts and finished with a record of 4-5. His ERA for the season was 4.21, and he had a WHIP of 1.21. Woo finished the season with four quality starts and allowed a total of 13 home runs. In terms of strikeouts, Woo averaged 9.55 per nine innings and finished the season with a strikeouts-to-walk ratio of 3.0. Last season, Woo faced the Athletics twice and finished with a record of 2-0 and an ERA of 0.0.</p><p>Cal Raleigh and Mitch Haniger have been the Mariners' top power threats this season, with Raleigh leading the team with nine homers and Haniger not far behind with five. However, Raleigh is hitting just .209 this season, and Haniger is batting only .213. Julio Rodriguez has been one of the team's most consistent hitters, batting .262 for the season and going deep one time.</p>

<p>Over his last seven games, Cal Raleigh has gone deep three times but is hitting just .174. Jorge Polanco and Mitch Haniger have also struggled of late, batting .188 and .190, respectively. Josh Rojas has been hot of late, going 11/25 in his last six games, but he has just one home run this season.</p>

Oakland Athletics vs Seattle Mariners Betting Pick & Prediction 5/10/24

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

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

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

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

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Islanders and Cougars. The game is starting at 2:00 ET on CBSS, and it's hosted by the Cougars at Fertitta Center in Houston, TX. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 134.5 points, and Houston is favored by -28.5 against Texas A&M-Corpus Christi in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>TEXAS A&M-CORPUS CHRISTI ISLANDERS VS HOUSTON COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders +28.5</p><p>This game will be played at Fertitta Center at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TEXAS A&M-CORPUS CHRISTI ISLANDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Even though we have Houston winning straight-up, we like Texas A&M-Corpus Christi at +28.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Islanders Have a Shot at a Win at Houston?</h3><p>Texas A&M-Corpus Christi fell to 4-5 on the season after a 71-62 road loss to Hawaii on Sunday. The Islanders entered the game as +6 point underdogs and did not cover the spread. The total points for the game were 133, which fell short of the 143-point over/under line.</p> <p>The Islanders were tied 28-28 at halftime but were outscored 43-34 in the second half.</p><p>In their latest game, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi put up 62 points, shooting 42.3% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage stood at 46.2%, with a two-point shooting mark of 42.9% (18/42) and a 40% success rate from beyond the arc (4/10).</p> <p>Ryan Rapp was perfect from three, hitting 5/5 and finishing with 19 points, 6 rebounds, and 3 assists. Marcus Greene added 15 points, while Gytis Nemeiksa and Garry Clark contributed 14 and 11 points, respectively.</p><p>Texas A&M-Corpus Christi gave up 71 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 51% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 59% shooting, with the other team hitting 16 of 27 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Islanders' defense gave up 8 threes on 20 attempts, a 40% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the line 23 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 65%. Texas A&M-Corpus Christi allowed 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Do the Cougars Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>Houston improved to 7-3 on the season with a dominant 78-49 win over Toledo on Wednesday. The Cougars were heavy favorites at home, but they didn’t cover the -30 spread. The total points for the game were 127, falling short of the 141.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Houston took control early, leading 39-22 at halftime, and matched that output in the 2nd half while holding Toledo to 27 points.</p><p>In their latest game, the Cougars put up 78 points, shooting 44.8% from the field. Their two-point shooting was impressive at 60.5% (26/43), but they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 16.7% (4/24) of their threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.8%.</p> <p>Houston grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and connected on 73.7% of their free throws (14/19). Terrance Arceneaux led the way with 16 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 58.3% overall and 50% from three (1/2). Joseph Tugler was efficient, scoring 13 points on 5/6 shooting in just 16 minutes.</p><p>Even with Houston allowing 49 points, their defense struggled inside, giving up 60% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 26 of 43 shots. However, Houston's defense was effective from beyond the arc, holding the other team to just 4 made threes on 24 attempts, a 16% success rate.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, Houston's opponents went 14/19, good for 73%. The Cougars also gave up 16 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Golden State Warriors (14-12) will travel to take on the Minnesota Timberwolves (14-12) in a Western Conference matchup. The Timberwolves are currently favored by 3.5 points.</p>

<p>Golden State is currently on a three-game losing streak and is 10th in the Western Conference. Minnesota is 8th in the West and 3rd in the Northwest Division.</p><h3>GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS VS MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Golden State Warriors +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Target Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 134-130 in favor of the Warriors.</li><li>Our projections have Stephen Curry finishing with 23 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Warriors finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.2% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Warriors Pull Off a Win at Minneapolis?</h3><p>The Warriors fell to 14-12 on the season after a crushing 144-93 road loss to the Grizzlies on Thursday. Entering the game as +2.5 point underdogs, Golden State failed to cover the spread, and the combined score of 237 points narrowly missed the O/U line of 238.5.</p> <p>Memphis set the tone early, going on an 11-0 run to extend their lead from 31-15 to 42-15. The Grizzlies continued to dominate, outscoring the Warriors 32-23 in the 2nd quarter and 40-21 in the 3rd. Golden State managed 34 points in the 4th, but Memphis still edged them 35-34 in the final period.</p><p>In their 144-93 loss to the Grizzlies, the Warriors shot just 35.6% from the field, with a 33.3% mark from beyond the arc, hitting 12 threes. Brandin Podziemski led the way with 21 points, 16 of which came in the 4th quarter, while Andrew Wiggins added 19 points, including 9 in the opening period.</p> <p>Kyle Anderson contributed 11 points, knocking down 3 threes at a 75% clip, and Jonathan Kuminga also finished with 11 points, 7 of which came in the final quarter. Wiggins connected on 4 threes, shooting 80% from deep.</p><p>The Warriors struggled defensively on Thursday, giving up 144 points to the Grizzlies. Memphis scored at least 32 points in every quarter, including 40 in the 3rd. The Grizzlies shot 54% from the field.</p> <p>Golden State also had trouble defending the three, allowing 27 made threes on 56% shooting. The Warriors sent Memphis to the line 15 times, where they made 11 free throws. Golden State finished with 11 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Can Minnesota Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>The Timberwolves fell to 14-12 on the season after a 133-107 home loss to the Knicks on Thursday. Minnesota, favored by 3.5 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 240 points went well over the pre-game line of 214.</p> <p>After a close 1st quarter (33-32), the Knicks went on an 11-0 run and dominated the 2nd quarter, outscoring the Timberwolves 41-18. New York extended their lead to 104-74 by the end of the 3rd quarter. Minnesota outscored the Knicks 33-29 in the 4th, but it was too late to mount a comeback.</p><p>In their loss to the Knicks, the Timberwolves shot 46.1% from the field, but their three-point shooting stood out, as they hit 17 threes at a 40.5% rate. Julius Randle led the way with 24 points, including 4 threes at 50% efficiency, while Anthony Edwards added 17 points and 7 assists, connecting on 3 threes.</p> <p>Randle did most of his damage early, scoring 15 points in the 1st quarter. Donte DiVincenzo contributed 15 points, with 11 coming in the 4th, and Josh Minott also scored all 11 of his points in the final period.</p><p>The Timberwolves struggled defensively on Thursday, giving up 133 points to the Knicks, including a 41-point 2nd quarter. Minnesota allowed New York to shoot 51% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Knicks hit 20 threes at a 44% clip. The Timberwolves also gave up 16 offensive rebounds but managed 10 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

Golden State Warriors vs Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>At 6:00 ET, the Pacers (+107) will be in Orlando to take on the Magic (-129). The over/under line for this Eastern Conference matchup is 226.</p>

<p>Orlando (-2) is currently 5th in the East and 1st in the Southeast Division. Indiana is 8th in the East and 3rd in the Central Division. The game will be played at the Kia Center and can be seen on BSF.</p><h3>INDIANA PACERS VS ORLANDO MAGIC BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Indiana Pacers +2</p><p>This game will be played at Kia Center at 6:00 ET on Sunday, March 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE INDIANA PACERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 117-109 in favor of the Pacers.</li><li>Our projections have Pascal Siakam finishing with Pascal Siakam points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Pacers finishing with a field goal percentage of 52.2% and knocking down 12 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Indiana Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>Indiana is 35-29 this season after losing to the Timberwolves 113-111. In the Eastern Conference, they are currently in 8th place and are 3rd in the Central Division.</p>

<p>On the road, the Pacers are 15-16 this season and have an average scoring differential of -2.4 points per game. Against the spread, they are 16-14 on the road and 19-12 as the underdog.</p>

<p>Indiana has gone 33-29 ATS this season, including a 19-12 record as the underdog. Today, they are 2-point underdogs and have gone 2-9 as the underdog in their last 11 games.</p>

<p>The Pacers' O/U record for the season is 34-30, and 63 of their 64 games have had higher over/under lines than today's (226). On average, their games have seen 245.1 points scored.</p><p>Indiana leads the NBA in scoring at 123.3 points per game, and they are also the top-scoring team on the road at 120.6 points per game. The Pacers are 1st in field goal percentage at 50% and are 2nd in pace at 101.6 possessions per game. So far, they have outscored the NBA average in 68.8% of their games.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, Indiana is 7th in three-point percentage at 37%. They are also 1st in two-point field goal percentage at 58% and lead the league in assists at 30.8 per game.</p>

<p>Overall, the Pacers are 1st in scoring, 1st in field goal percentage, and 2nd in pace. They are also 1st in two-point field goal percentage and 7th in three-point shooting. Indiana is 1st in assists but is just 21st in offensive rebounds. At the free-throw line, they are 22nd in made free throws and 25th in free-throw attempts.</p><p>At this time, the Pacers' defense is positioned 29th in the NBA, permitting 121.8 points per game. Indiana's defense is currently forcing 12.8 turnovers per game, which is 16th in the league. Additionally, they enter the game ranked 8th in blocked shots, with an average of 5.8 rejections per game.</p><h3>Can the Magic Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Orlando is favored by 2 points today and has gone 19-5 ATS as the home team. At home, the Magic have an average scoring margin of +7.2 PPG. In their last four games at home, they have won all four games ATS.</p>

<p>As the favorite this season, Orlando has gone 21-3 and has covered the spread in 11 straight games. Their scoring margin as the favorite is +10.7 PPG. In today's game, the O/U line is set at 226.</p>

<p>For the season, the Magic are 42-22 ATS, including a 21-8 record at home. Their O/U record for the season is 30-34, and their games have averaged 220.2 points.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Magic lost to the Knicks by a score of 98-74. The O/U line for that game was 207.5, and Orlando was a 2.5-point underdog going into the game.</p>

<p>Orlando is currently 5th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 37-27. In the Southeast Division, they are in 1st place. Against Eastern Conference teams, the Magic are 26-16 and 11-11 in non-conference games.</p><p>This season, the Magic have been one of the NBA's top teams at getting to the free-throw line, ranking 3rd in free-throw attempts. They are also 6th in free throws made per game at 18.9. In terms of scoring, Orlando is 26th in the league at 110.9 points per game.</p>

<p>When playing at home, the Magic are averaging 114.3 points per game, which is 19th in the NBA. However, they have struggled to get their three-point shooting going, as they are last in the league in three-point attempts and makes.</p>

<p>Overall, Orlando is 14th in field goal percentage and 27th in pace. In terms of assists, they are 28th in the NBA at 24.5 per game.</p><p>On defense, the Magic come into the game ranked 3rd in the league in points allowed at 109.4 per game. Over their last three games, the team is allowing 98.7 points per contest (1st). When it comes to forced turnovers, the Magic are forcing 14 per game, which is 24th in the league. They also come into the game sitting 12th in blocked shots at 5.3 per game.</p>

Indiana Pacers vs Orlando Magic Betting Pick & Prediction 3/10/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Vikings and Roadrunners. The game is starting at 9:30 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Roadrunners at Icardo Center in Bakersfield, CA. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 144.5 points, and Bakersfield is favored by -3.5 against Portland State in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>PORTLAND STATE VIKINGS VS BAKERSFIELD ROADRUNNERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland State Vikings +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Icardo Center at 9:30 ET on Saturday, December 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND STATE VIKINGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Vikings.</li><li>Not only will Portland State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</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>Do the Vikings Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Portland State Vikings Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Portland State improved to 4-5 on the season after an 81-75 road win over Pacific on Wednesday. The Vikings entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Portland State led 43-29 at halftime, but Pacific made a push in the 2nd half, outscoring the Vikings 46-38. The game’s total points of 156 went over the pre-game line of 148.5.</p><p>Portland State put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 46.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50%. They hit 38.5% from beyond the arc, connecting on 5 of 13 attempts, and went 16 for 24 from the free-throw line, shooting 66.7%.</p> <p>The Vikings grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and dished out 17 assists. Cole Farrell led the way with 18 points on 6 of 10 shooting, including 2 of 3 from three-point range. Four other players scored 15 points, including Jefferson Koulibaly, who hit 3 of 8 from deep.</p><p>Portland State's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, despite holding their opponent to just 34% shooting from the field. The Vikings allowed 13 two-point field goals on 30 attempts, a 43% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Portland State's defense limited their opponent to 6 threes on 25 attempts, just 24% shooting. However, they sent their opponent to the free-throw line 36 times, where they converted 31 free throws, an 86% rate. The Vikings also gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Bakersfield?</h3><p>The Roadrunners improved to 4-6 on the season with an 81-64 win over Portland on Wednesday. Bakersfield entered the game as +1 underdogs but covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Bakersfield led 46-35 at halftime and continued to control the game in the 2nd half, outscoring Portland 35-29. The total points for the game were 145, surpassing the O/U line of 140.5.</p><p>Bakersfield's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 81 points with a 50.8% shooting performance from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 60.7%, thanks in large part to their 63.2% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 12 of 19 attempts.</p> <p>CJ Hardy led the way with 22 points, knocking down 4 of 6 threes, while Austin Rapp added 21 points, connecting on 6 of 10 from deep. Jemel Jones and Max Mackinnon each contributed 17 points, with Jones hitting all 3 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Even though Bakersfield gave up 64 points, they allowed their opponent to shoot 44% from the field, with 23 made baskets on 52 attempts. Inside the arc, the Roadrunners' defense allowed 14 of 28 shots to fall, a 50% success rate for their opponents.</p> <p>From three-point range, Bakersfield's defense saw 9 of 24 attempts go in, with their opponent shooting 37% from deep. The Roadrunners also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 13 times, where they connected on 11 free throws, an 84% clip.</p>

Portland State Vikings vs Bakersfield Roadrunners NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/21/24

<p>Coming into this week six matchup, the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets are the -7 point favorites over the Duke Blue Devils. The game is set for 8:00 ET at Bobby Dodd Stadium in Atlanta and will be broadcast on ACCN. The over/under line is currently at 53.5 points. Duke is 5-0 on the season, while Georgia Tech sits at 3-2.</p><h3>DUKE BLUE DEVILS VS GEORGIA TECH YELLOW JACKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Duke Blue Devils +7</p><p>This game will be played at Bobby Dodd Stadium at 8:00 ET on Saturday, October 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DUKE BLUE DEVILS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Duke Blue Devils winning this one by a score of 34 to 23</li><li>Not only do we have the Duke Blue Devils winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +7</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 53.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Duke Blue Devils Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Duke enters Week 6 with a perfect 5-0 record, facing Georgia Tech on the road. They are ranked 59th in our power rankings and have a 97.7% chance of becoming bowl-eligible. So far, the Blue Devils are 2-0 at home and 1-0 on the road this season.</p> <p></p><p>With an average scoring margin of +12.6 points per game, Duke is 2-1 against the spread. They’ve been favored in two games, going 1-1 ATS as the favorite and 1-0 as the underdog.</p> <p></p><p>Duke’s over/under record is 1-2, with their games averaging 45 points. The average over/under line this season has been 48 points, while this week’s line is set at 53.5 points.</p><p>Heading into week 6, Duke’s offense ranks 54th in points per game, averaging 28.8, and they are 98th in our offensive power rankings. Their third-down conversion rate is just 29%, ranking 104th nationally. On the ground, they average 124.6 rushing yards per game.</p> <p>Maalik Murphy leads Duke’s passing attack with 1,226 yards and 12 touchdowns, though he has thrown four interceptions. The Blue Devils are 15th in passing attempts per game, averaging 35.6, and 20th in completions. Jordan Moore has 420 receiving yards and three touchdowns.</p><p>Duke’s defense has been solid this season, ranking 26th nationally by allowing just 16.2 points per game. They’ve given up 133.2 rushing yards per game and 155.8 passing yards, which ranks 24th in the country. Opposing quarterbacks have a passer rating of 66.7 against Duke, completing 56.6% of their throws.</p> <p></p><p>In their recent game against North Carolina, Duke’s defense allowed 20 points but didn’t give up a rushing touchdown. They forced 40 rushing attempts for 156 yards and allowed 251 passing yards while also grabbing an interception.</p><h3>Are The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Georgia Tech enters Week 6 with a 3-2 record, hosting Duke. They are 2-0 at home this season and rank 49th in our power rankings. The Yellow Jackets have a 61.3% chance of becoming bowl-eligible, but only a 0.2% chance of winning the Atlantic Coast, according to projections.</p> <p></p><p>Georgia Tech’s ATS record is 2-2, with a +12.6 average scoring margin. They are 2-0 against the spread at home and 0-2 on the road, going 1-1 as both the favorite and the underdog.</p> <p></p><p>Their over/under record stands at 0-4, with an average line of 56.8 points. This week’s total is set at 53.5 points, slightly above their average game total of 53.4 points.</p><p>Georgia Tech’s passing game has been the focal point of their offense this season, ranking 19th in passing yards per game with 276 yards. They are also 19th in passing completions, averaging 21.8 per game. Quarterback Haynes King has thrown for 1,274 yards and has a passer rating of 113. Georgia Tech is 37th in scoring, averaging 33 points per game, and they are ranked 17th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 6.</p> <p></p><p>King has completed 73.9% of his passes, and Georgia Tech is 3rd in the nation in completion percentage. He has thrown six touchdowns and just one interception. Malik Rutherford leads the team with 398 receiving yards on 29 catches. On the ground, Georgia Tech is averaging 165 rushing yards per game. Jamal Haynes has rushed for 238 yards and five touchdowns.</p><p>Georgia Tech's defense, ranked 39th nationally, is giving up 20.4 points per game this season. In their recent game against Louisville, they allowed 31 points, surrendering 437 total yards, including 264 passing yards and three touchdowns, though they did force one interception.</p> <p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 229 passing yards per game against Georgia Tech, completing 66.5% of their throws. On the ground, Georgia Tech’s defense has been strong, ranking 23rd in the nation by allowing just 94 rushing yards per game on 27.6 attempts, the 14th fewest in the country.</p>

Duke Blue Devils vs Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Betting Pick & Prediction 10/5/24

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

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

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

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Scarlet Knights versus the Spartans? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on BTN. The game will be played at Breslin Center in East Lansing, MI. This Big Ten conference matchup has an over/under of 136.5 points, and the Spartans are favored to win at home vs. the Scarlet Knights.</p><h3>RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS VS MICHIGAN STATE SPARTANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rutgers Scarlet Knights +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Breslin Center at 12:00 ET on Sunday, January 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Spartans.</li><li>Even though we have Michigan State winning straight-up, we like Rutgers at +10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 136.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Rutgers Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>As an underdog, Rutgers has a record of 1-4 this season. They have been the underdog in five of their 15 games. On the road, the Scarlet Knights are 1-3 this season, and their average scoring margin is -6.2 points per game.</p>

<p>Coming off a win over Indiana, Rutgers has a record of 9-6 this season. In their last 10 games on the road, the Scarlet Knights are 4-6. So far, their record in the Big Ten is 1-3.</p><p>As the underdog, Rutgers has gone 2-3 against the spread this season and 6-4 over their last 10 games as the underdog. On the road, the Scarlet Knights have an ATS mark of 2-2 this year and are 6-4 over their last 10 road games.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Rutgers' games is 4-11. Currently, the average scoring total in their games is 132.1 points. Today's over/under line of 136.5 is lower than the average OU line in their games this year (137.1). Over their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 with an average scoring total of 144 points.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the Rutgers offense tallied 66 points in a matchup against Indiana. Their field goal percentage for the game was 32.3%, and they made 5 threes. Leading Rutgers in scoring vs. Indiana was Mawot Mag with his 13 points. Aundre Hyatt also added 12 points for the Scarlet Knights.</p><p>The Scarlet Knights' defense is presently ranked 28th nationally, allowing an average of 63.7 points per contest. On average, opposing teams are hitting 6.9 threes per game vs. Michigan State. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 31.8%.</p><h3>Will the Spartans Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Spartans are 9-7 overall and 1-4 in Big Ten games. They are 9-4 at home this season, and they have won five straight games at the Breslin Center. So far, they have been favored in 12 of their 16 games, going 8-4 in those contests.</p>

<p>Michigan State is coming off a 71-68 loss to Illinois, and they have lost two in a row. On the season, their average scoring margin at home is +15.6 compared to -8.0 on the road.</p><p>Michigan State has a solid ATS record of 9-7 this season and they are 8-5 vs. the spread at home. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Spartans are 7-3 vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 136.5 is lower than the average over/under line in Michigan State's games this season (143.2). So far, 12 of their games have finished with more points than today's OU line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total in those games is 151 points. On the season, their over/under record is 8-8.</p><p>In contrast to their season average of 77.4 points per game, the Michigan State had a below average performance. They scored 68 points against Illinois and had a field goal percentage of 42%. On the offensive front, the Spartans have a season-long field goal percentage of 48%, ranking 56th nationally. When it comes to three-point shooting, they are ranked 149th in terms of percentage and 252nd in three-pointers made.</p><p>So far, the Spartans' defense is ranked 66th in the country at 66.2 points per contest. Michigan State will look once again to perform well on defense, holding Illinois to just 41% shooting in their most recent game.</p>

Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Michigan State Spartans Betting Pick & Prediction 1/14/24

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