<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Canadiens 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 for this non-conference contest is set at 5.5 goals, with the Stars being the favored by -1.5 goals against the Canadiens.</p><h3>MONTREAL CANADIENS 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 Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DALLAS STARS:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are 1.5 goal underdogs, we see the Canadiens winning this game by a score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Canadiens on the moneyline (+196)</li><li>The Canadiens are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Are the Canadiens Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Montreal’s 3-1 loss to the Penguins dropped their record to 21-18-4. The Canadiens entered the game as underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals. The combined 4 goals fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 2-0, Montreal got on the board with a goal from Christian Dvorak at 14:28 in the third period. However, the Penguins sealed the game with an empty-net goal at 19:15.</p><p>Montreal’s offense was held in check in their 3-1 loss to Pittsburgh, with Christian Dvorak scoring his first goal of the season at the 14:28 mark of the third period. Emil Heineman picked up his first assist, while Juraj Slafkovsky added his seventh.</p> <p>The Canadiens managed 26 shots on goal but were hampered by 20 giveaways. They were shut out through the first two periods before finally getting on the board in the third.</p><p>Montreal's defense gave up the first two goals, with the first coming 15:57 into the first period and the second at 18:40 in the second. The Canadiens pulled within one in the third, but an empty-netter sealed the game for Pittsburgh. Goalie Sam Montembeault made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the defense added 4 takeaways and 28 hits.</p><h3>Will the Stars Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Dallas dropped to 28-14-1 with a 4-2 loss to the Panthers. The Stars trailed 2-0 before tying it up in the second period, but Florida scored twice in the third to seal the win.</p> 

<p>The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score reached only 6. Dallas, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover.</p><p>Dallas took 25 shots on goal but only found the net twice in their 4-2 loss to Florida. Evgenii Dadonov scored his second goal of the season on a power play, while Matt Duchene added his seventh. Duchene also picked up his eighth assist on Dadonov's goal.</p> <p>The Stars were held scoreless in the first period before scoring twice in the second. Miro Heiskanen earned his fourth assist of the season, and Thomas Harley recorded his fifth. Dallas had 32 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Stars gave up the first two goals of the game, including one at 5:15 in the first period and another at 8:47 in the second. After tying it at 2-2, they allowed two more, one at 2:32 in the third and an empty-netter at the 19:00 mark. Goalie Casey DeSmith made 21 saves with a save percentage of 87.5%.</p>

Montreal Canadiens vs Dallas Stars Betting Pick & Prediction 1/16/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Islanders and Huskies. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Huskies at Sharp Gymnasium in Houston, TX. Get ready to place your bets! Texas A&M-Corpus Christi is favored by -5.5 in this Southland conference matchup the against Houston Christian. The over/under for the game is set at 144.5 points.</p><h3>TEXAS A&M-CORPUS CHRISTI ISLANDERS VS HOUSTON CHRISTIAN HUSKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Christian Huskies +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Sharp Gymnasium at 7:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON CHRISTIAN HUSKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Huskies.</li><li>Not only will Houston Christian pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</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>Will the Islanders Secure A Victory as Road Favorites?</h3><h3>Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Islanders improved to 9-6 on the season with a 69-63 road win over Incarnate Word on Saturday. Entering the game as -2.5 favorites, they covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Texas A&M-Corpus Christi led 33-26 at halftime and scored 36 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37. The total points for the game were 132, falling short of the 147.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their last game, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi put up 69 points, shooting 46.4% from the field. They hit 38.5% from beyond the arc, going 5-for-13, and managed an effective field goal percentage of 50%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, they struggled, connecting on just 54.5% of their 22 attempts. The Islanders also recorded 8 offensive rebounds and 8 assists in the game.</p><p>Texas A&M-Corpus Christi's defense held their opponent to 63 points, allowing them to shoot just 36% from the field. The Islanders were particularly effective at defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponent to 4 made threes on 22 attempts, an 18% shooting performance.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Islanders gave up 20 two-point baskets on 44 attempts, a 45% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 13 times, where they converted 11 free throws, shooting 84%. Texas A&M-Corpus Christi allowed 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Houston Christian Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>Houston Christian Huskies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Huskies improved to 5-11 on the season with a 66-57 win over Texas-Rio Grande Valley on Saturday. Entering the game as +3.5 underdogs, Houston Christian not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>At home, the Huskies led 27-24 at halftime and outscored the Vaqueros 39-33 in the second half. The game’s total points of 123 fell well short of the 146.5 O/U line.</p><p>Houston Christian struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 36.1% from the field and 25.9% from beyond the arc, hitting 7 of 27 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.6%, but they excelled at the free-throw line, making 15 of 16 shots for a 93.8% success rate.</p> <p>Demari Williams was a bright spot, shooting 80% from the field and 66.7% from three, finishing with 14 points. Bryson Dawkins and DK Thorn each contributed 15 points, with Thorn shooting just 26.7% overall and 25% from deep. The Huskies recorded 12 offensive rebounds and 9 assists in the game.</p><p>Houston Christian's defense held their opponent to just 57 points, allowing them to shoot 36% from the field. The Huskies gave up 15 two-point baskets on 34 attempts, a 44% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Houston Christian's defense limited their opponent to 7 made threes on 27 attempts, a 25% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 93%.</p>

Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders vs Houston Christian Huskies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

The National Football League (NFL) is easily the most popular sport in the United States, especially when it comes to betting. NFL betting puts up the biggest numbers every single year, and bettors are always looking for new betting options.

The NFL was founded all the way back in 1920 in Canton, Ohio, and that is where the Hall of Fame is located to this day. There were only a handful of teams in the league when it first started, but it didn’t take long for the league to grow.

There are now 32 teams in the NFL, and the league is broken up into two conferences and eight total divisions. Since the league just continues to be more and more popular, the league has added an extra regular season game for each team to play in.

NFL teams now play 17 total regular season games, and then the top seven teams in each conference advance to the postseason. The NFL regular season begins in September, and the Super Bowl is now played during the month of February.

When it comes to the NFL, the Super Bowl is the event that draws the most betting attention. This league isn’t going away anytime soon, and it’s actually started to become more of an international competition.

This article will not only cover the best NFL betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but will also provide some tips on how to bet on the NFL.
<h3>Where to bet on NFL</h3>
Knowing where to find the best NFL sportsbooks is a big key if you want to have some success when wagering on this sport. Here are six of the best NFL sportsbooks to use, and all of them are going to be a little bit different.

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Major League Baseball (MLB) might not be the most popular sport in the world to wager on, but it still presents a really good betting option. MLB betting comes in many different forms, and this is a season that presents plenty of betting opportunities as well.

Major League Baseball was founded all the way back in 1876, but the league has obviously gone through some major changes since that time. Most of the major rules are still in place, but the way that the game is played is now much different.

There are currently 30 teams in MLB, and every team plays 162 games during the regular season. MLB games typically start at the end of March, or early April, and the World Series wraps up during the first week of November.

MLB teams are split up into leagues and divisions, but there is now more crossover games than ever before. The American League and National League now operate under the same basic rules, and that keeps things similar regardless of what league you are looking at.

Knowing the best MLB betting sites &amp; sportsbooks is also important if you plan to bet on MLB, and this article will explore that as well. By the time you are done reading this article, you should be ready to bet on baseball.
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<p>Looking to win big? The Lions and Lions face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The Lions are hosting the game at The Field House in Commerce, TX. In this Southland matchup, Southeastern Louisiana is favored bt -6.5 vs. East Texas A&M. The over/under for the game is 138.5 points.</p><h3>SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA LIONS VS EAST TEXAS A&M LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Southeastern Louisiana Lions -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Field House at 2:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-71 in favor of the Lions.</li><li>Not only will East Texas A&M pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Lions?</h3><h3>Southeastern Louisiana Lions Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Lions improved to 8-8 on the season with a 65-64 road win over Northwestern State on Saturday. Entering the game as +1.5 point underdogs, Southeastern Louisiana not only picked up the win but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After leading 32-22 at halftime, the Lions allowed 42 points in the 2nd half but managed to score 33 points of their own to hold on for the win. The combined points of 129 fell short of the O/U line of 134.5.</p><p>Southeastern Louisiana put up 65 points in their last game, shooting 45.5% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.9%. They connected on 50% of their two-point attempts (20/40) and hit 33.3% from beyond the arc (5/15). At the free-throw line, they made 10 of 13 attempts, good for 76.9%.</p> <p>Jakevion Buckley led the way with 19 points and 8 rebounds, though he went 0-for-3 from three-point range. Addison Patterson added 16 points, shooting 83.3% overall and 66.7% from deep (2/3), while also contributing 4 assists. The Lions finished with 11 offensive rebounds and 7 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite Southeastern Louisiana's defense allowing 64 points, they couldn't capitalize on the Lions' 57% shooting from two-point range, where they hit 20 of 35 attempts. From beyond the arc, the Lions struggled, connecting on just 4 of 19 three-point shots for 21%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Southeastern Louisiana was efficient, making 12 of 14 attempts for 85%. They also managed to grab 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Does East Texas A&M Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><h3>East Texas A&M Lions Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>East Texas A&M fell to 2-16 on the season after losing 82-73 to New Orleans on Saturday. The Lions were -5.5 favorites at home but failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>The game was tied 33-33 at halftime, but the Lions were outscored 49-40 in the second half. The total points for the game were 155, exceeding the O/U line of 144.5.</p><p>East Texas A&M's offense put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.1%. They were particularly strong inside, hitting 64.5% of their two-point attempts, while their three-point shooting was 32% (8/25). The Lions also connected on 64.3% of their free throws, going 9/14 from the line.</p> <p>Jamond Vincent led the way, hitting all 5 of his three-point attempts and finishing with 28 points and 7 rebounds. Kohen Rowbatham added 24 points, shooting 70% from the field. The Lions had 19 assists as a team, with Vincent and MJ Thomas each contributing 3.</p><p>East Texas A&M Lions gave up 82 points in their last game, allowing their opponents to shoot 50% from the field. The Lions struggled to contain two-point shots, with the opposing team hitting 64% of their attempts (20/31).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Lions allowed 8 threes on 25 attempts, a 32% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 14 times, where they converted 9 of those attempts (64%).</p>

Southeastern Louisiana Lions vs East Texas A&M Lions NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Braves versus the Panthers? Tip off is at at 8:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on SWAC. The game will be played at William Nicks Building in Prairie View, TX. The over/under for this game is set at 143.5 points, and Prairie View A&M is favored by -4.5 vs. Alcorn State in a Southwestern Athletic conference matchup.</p><h3>ALCORN STATE BRAVES VS PRAIRIE VIEW A&M PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Prairie View A&M Panthers -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at William Nicks Building at 8:30 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PRAIRIE VIEW A&M PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Panthers.</li><li>Not only will Prairie View A&M pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Alcorn State Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Alcorn State Braves Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Alcorn State’s season struggles continued with a 66-57 loss to Texas Southern on Saturday, dropping their record to 2-14. The Braves, who were +8.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 123 fell short of the 139.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Alcorn State’s offense was stagnant in the first half, scoring just 12 points while allowing 34. They showed signs of life in the second half, outscoring Texas Southern 45-32, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the early deficit.</p><p>Alcorn State struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 57 points on 33.9% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.7%, with two-point shooting at 36.6% and three-point shooting at 28.6% (6/21).</p> <p>The Braves managed 18 offensive rebounds and only 6 assists. Zaire Hayes led the team with 16 points, shooting 6/10 from the field. Jaylen Wysinger also contributed, hitting 5 of 7 shots and adding 4 assists.</p><p>Alcorn State's defense gave up 66 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 46% from the field on 27 of 58 attempts. Inside the arc, they struggled, with the other team hitting 59% of their two-point shots, going 25 for 42.</p> <p>From three-point range, Alcorn State held their opponent to just 12%, as they made only 2 of 16 attempts. At the free-throw line, the other team shot 83%, converting 10 of 12. Alcorn State also gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Prairie View A&M Lock in a Home Win?</h3><h3>Prairie View A&M Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 
<p>The Panthers fell to 3-14 on the season after a 79-70 home loss to Jackson State on Saturday. Prairie View A&M entered the game as +1 underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 149, surpassing the pre-game O/U line of 147.5.</p> 
<p>After trailing 36-26 at halftime, the Panthers scored 44 points in the second half but allowed 43 points, making it difficult to mount a comeback.</p><p>Prairie View A&M's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 41.9% from the field and 26.7% from three-point range, hitting just 4 of 15 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.2%, and they connected on 73.7% of their free throws, making 14 of 19.</p> <p>Tanahj Pettway led the way with 31 points, shooting 10 of 22 from the field, while Daeshun Ruffin added 26 points, hitting 4 of 6 from beyond the arc. The Panthers grabbed 7 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists, with Orlando Horton Jr. contributing 4 assists and hitting 3 of 4 threes.</p><p>Prairie View A&M's defense gave up 79 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field on 26 of 62 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 22 of 47 shooting for 46%.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Panthers held their opponent to 26% shooting, with just 4 makes on 15 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 19 times, where they hit 14 free throws for 73%. Prairie View A&M gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

Alcorn State Braves vs Prairie View A&M Panthers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

The National Hockey League (NHL) is one of the four biggest professional sports in the United States, and it’s usually fourth in terms of popularity. That doesn’t mean that this sport doesn’t have a massive following though, and it’s a sport that leads to some great betting options.

The NHL was founded all the way back in 1917, and the league has seen plenty of growth since that first year. There were only six teams when the league first began playing, but that number has now grown all the way up to 32.

25 of the teams are from the United States while there are also seven teams from Canada. The NHL season typically runs from October through April, with the NHL Stanley Cup Finals taking place during the month of June.

NHL teams play 82 regular season games, and that leads to plenty of NHL betting opportunities. Here is a look at some of the best NHL sportsbooks as well as how to bet on NHL.
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Knowing where to bet on the NHL is going to be extremely important if you are planning on betting on this league. With that in mind, here are six of the best NHL sportsbooks that you can find.

Best NHL Betting Sites & Sportsbooks

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Bison and Raiders. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on CBSS, and it's hosted by the Raiders at Cotterell Court in Hamilton, NY. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under for this game is set at 134.5 points, and Colgate is favored by -6.5 vs. Bucknell in a Patriot League conference matchup.</p><h3>BUCKNELL BISON VS COLGATE RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Colgate Raiders -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Cotterell Court at 7:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLGATE RAIDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Raiders.</li><li>Not only will Colgate pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Bucknell Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Bucknell Bison Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Bucknell improved to 8-11 on the season with a 73-69 home win over Navy on Saturday. The Bison were -4.5 favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 142, going over the O/U line of 136.5.</p> 

<p>Bucknell trailed 36-27 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring Navy 46-33 to secure the win.</p><p>Noah Williamson and Austin Benigni led Bucknell's offense in their last game, with Williamson scoring 25 points on 9-of-15 shooting, and Benigni adding 23 points and 5 assists. Josh Bascoe also contributed 18 points and 7 assists, hitting 4-of-6 from beyond the arc.</p> <p>As a team, Bucknell shot 47.9% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 54.2%. They connected on just 28.6% of their three-point attempts, but shot 63% on two-point shots and 75% from the free-throw line, making 21 of 28 attempts.</p><p>Even with Bucknell giving up 69 points, they allowed their opponent to shoot 47% from the field, including 63% on two-point attempts. The Bison did manage to limit damage from beyond the arc, with the other team hitting just 6 of 21 threes for 28%.</p> <p>Bucknell sent their opponent to the free-throw line 28 times, where they converted 21 attempts for 75%. On the boards, the Bison gave up 4 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Raiders Win at Cotterell Court?</h3><h3>Colgate Raiders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Raiders improved to 7-11 on the season with a 90-67 road win over Lafayette on Saturday. Colgate entered the game as slight -1 favorites and covered the spread comfortably.</p> 

<p>Colgate jumped out to a 51-30 lead at halftime and added 39 points in the 2nd half while allowing 37. The game’s total points of 157 went over the O/U line of 131.5.</p><p>Colgate's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 90 points on 58.3% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 70%, thanks in part to their 55.6% shooting from beyond the arc, where they hit 15 of 27 attempts.</p> <p>Nicolas Louis-Jacques led the way with 21 points, hitting 5 of 7 threes, while Andrew Phillips added 18 points and 7 rebounds. Jeff Woodward and Justin Vander Baan each contributed 17 points, with Vander Baan connecting on both of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Colgate's defense held their opponent to 67 points, with a field goal percentage of 41% on 26 of 62 shooting. From two-point range, they allowed 17 of 43 shots to fall, a 39% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Colgate's opponent hit 9 of 19 threes, shooting 47%. They also went 6 of 12 from the free-throw line. Colgate gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Bucknell Bison vs Colgate Raiders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Scarlet Knights versus the Nittany Lions? Tip off is at at 6:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on PEAC. The game will be played at Bryce Jordan Center in University Park, PA. The odds for this Big Ten conference game currently have Penn State as the -6.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 157.5 points.</p><h3>RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS VS PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Penn State Nittany Lions -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bryce Jordan Center at 6:30 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Nittany Lions.</li><li>Not only will Penn State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 157.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Scarlet Knights Pull Off a Win at University Park?</h3><h3>Rutgers Scarlet Knights Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Rutgers improved to 10-8 on the season with an 85-82 road win over Nebraska on Thursday. The Scarlet Knights entered the game as +8.5 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Rutgers led 40-37 at halftime and matched Nebraska's 45 points in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 167 exceeded the O/U line of 146.5.</p><p>The Scarlet Knights put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 49.3% from the field and hitting 41.4% of their threes (12/29). Their effective field goal percentage was 58.2%, with a strong 55.3% shooting inside the arc.</p> <p>Ace Bailey led the way with 24 points, 11 rebounds, and 4 assists, connecting on 4 of 7 from deep. Brice Williams and Dylan Harper each added 21 points, while Juwan Gary contributed 20. Rutgers also grabbed 17 offensive rebounds and dished out 16 assists.</p><p>Despite Rutgers' defensive efforts, they allowed 82 points, with their opponents shooting 45% from the field. The Scarlet Knights gave up 47% shooting on two-pointers, as their opponents went 19/40.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Rutgers' defense allowed 9 threes on 22 attempts, a 40% shooting rate. They also sent their opponents to the line 27 times, where they converted 17 free throws.</p><h3>Will the Nittany Lions Win at Home?</h3><h3>Penn State Nittany Lions Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Penn State’s record dropped to 12-6 after a 90-85 loss to Michigan State on Wednesday. The Nittany Lions were +11.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 46-36 at halftime, Penn State scored 49 points in the 2nd half, while allowing 44. The game’s total points of 175 went over the pre-game line of 151.5.</p><p>Penn State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 85 points with a field goal percentage of 52.8%. They were particularly effective from two-point range, hitting 62.1% of their shots, and they connected on 41.7% from beyond the arc, making 10 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.3%, and they also shot 76% from the free-throw line, going 19-for-25.</p> <p>Ace Baldwin Jr. led the way with 20 points and 9 assists, while D'Marco Dunn and Frankie Fidler each added 18 points. Dunn hit 4 threes at a 57.1% clip, and Fidler shot 61.5% from the field. Zach Hicks also knocked down 4 threes, shooting 57.1% from deep, and Jaden Akins contributed 16 points and 6 rebounds.</p><p>Even with Penn State allowing 90 points, their opponent struggled from beyond the arc, shooting just 26% on 6/23 three-point attempts. However, they were effective inside, hitting 57% of their two-point shots, going 26/45.</p> <p>Penn State sent their opponent to the line 24 times, where they converted 20 free throws for 83%. The Nittany Lions also gave up 15 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Penn State Nittany Lions NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>The Musketeers and Golden Eagles are set to face off at 2:00 ET on FOX. The Golden Eagles will host the game at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, WI. The over/under for this game is set at 147.5 points, and Marquette is favored by -9.5 vs. Xavier in a Big East conference matchup.</p><h3>XAVIER MUSKETEERS VS MARQUETTE GOLDEN EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Xavier Musketeers +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Fiserv Forum at 2:00 ET on Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE XAVIER MUSKETEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Golden Eagles.</li><li>Even though we have Marquette winning straight-up, we like Xavier at +9.5.</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>Does Xavier Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Xavier Musketeers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Musketeers improved to 11-7 on the season with a 69-63 win over Villanova on Tuesday. Xavier, who were -3 favorites, covered the spread at home. The game’s total points of 132 fell short of the 146.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Xavier rallied in the 2nd half, outscoring Villanova 45-31 after trailing 32-24 at halftime.</p><p>In their latest game, Xavier put up 69 points, shooting 40.8% from the field. They connected on 10 of 25 three-point attempts, hitting 40% from deep, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 51%.</p> <p>Ryan Conwell led the way with 34 points, shooting 61.5% overall and 60% from three, hitting 6 of 10 attempts. The Musketeers also got 18 points each from Eric Dixon and Jordan Longino, with both players making 3 of 5 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite Xavier's defensive efforts, they couldn't hold off their opponent, who scored 63 points on 40% shooting. The Musketeers allowed 20 field goals, with 10 coming from beyond the arc, where their opponent shot 40%.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, Xavier's opponent went 19/26, hitting 73% of their attempts. The Musketeers gave up 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Do the Golden Eagles Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Marquette Golden Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Marquette improved to 15-2 on the season with an 85-83 win over DePaul on Tuesday. The Golden Eagles were -13 favorites going into the game, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 168, going over the O/U line of 146.5.</p> 

<p>Marquette trailed 40-39 at halftime but managed to outscore DePaul 28-27 in the second half to secure the win.</p><p>Marquette's offense put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 42.6% from the field and 35.1% from three-point range, hitting 13 of 37 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 52.9%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, shooting just 58.3%.</p> <p>David Joplin led the way with 30 points, knocking down 7 threes at a 53.8% clip. Isaiah Rivera was also hot from deep, hitting 6 of 8 threes and finishing with 20 points in just 16 minutes. Kam Jones contributed 18 points and dished out 11 assists, despite shooting just 1 of 10 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Marquette's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 83 points on 51% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 21 of 32 two-point attempts, a 65% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Marquette's opponents shot 37%, making 12 of 32 three-point attempts. They also sent them to the free-throw line 8 times, where they made 5 free throws. Marquette gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Xavier Musketeers vs Marquette Golden Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Pirates versus the Aggies? Tip off is at at 9:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on CBSS. The game will be played at Corbett Sports Center in Greensboro, NC. Hampton is favored by -2.5 in this Coastal Athletic Association conference contest against North Carolina A&T. The game's over/under currently sits at 145.5 points.</p><h3>HAMPTON PIRATES VS NORTH CAROLINA A&T AGGIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Carolina A&T Aggies +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Corbett Sports Center at 9:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH CAROLINA A&T AGGIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Aggies.</li><li>Not only will North Carolina A&T pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Pirates Live Up to the Hype on the Road?</h3><h3>Hampton Pirates Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Hampton fell to 6-9 on the season following a 67-64 home loss to William & Mary on Thursday. Despite being +4.5 point underdogs, the Pirates kept the game closer than expected. The total points of 131 fell well short of the 151.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 27-22 at halftime, Hampton put up 42 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win.</p><p>In their last game, the Hampton Pirates put up 64 points, shooting 37.5% from the field and 26.1% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.9%, and they connected on 72.7% of their free throws, going 16-for-22 from the line. The Pirates also grabbed 13 offensive rebounds and dished out 10 assists.</p> <p>Matteus Case was perfect from the field, hitting all 6 of his shots and finishing with 18 points. Noah Farrakhan went 3-for-3 from three-point range, contributing 15 points, while Kyle Pulliam added 13 points, hitting 3 of his 4 attempts from deep.</p><p>Hampton's defense held their opponent to 67 points on 37% shooting from the field. They allowed 21 made field goals on 56 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Pirates gave up 6 threes on 23 attempts, with their opponent shooting 26% from three-point range. At the free-throw line, Hampton's opponent went 16/22, hitting 72% of their free throws. The Pirates also allowed 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Aggies Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>North Carolina A&T Aggies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Aggies fell to 3-15 on the season after a 72-63 home loss to Monmouth on Thursday. Entering the game as +2 underdogs, they failed to cover the spread. The combined points of 135 fell short of the 152.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>North Carolina A&T trailed 45-36 at halftime and couldn’t gain ground in the 2nd half, as both teams scored 27 points after the break.</p><p>North Carolina A&T struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 32.2% from the field and 23.1% from beyond the arc, finishing with 63 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 37.3%, and they hit 19 of 31 free throws, good for 61.3%.</p> <p>Jahnathan Lamothe led the way with 22 points and 12 rebounds, hitting 5 of 10 from three-point range. Abdi Bashir Jr. added 21 points and 4 assists, while Ryan Forrest contributed 19 points and 4 assists, despite missing all 5 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>North Carolina A&T's defense held their opponent to 72 points, with a strong showing from the field, allowing just 32% shooting on 19 of 59 attempts. They limited two-point shots to 39% shooting, with the opponent making 13 of 33.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Aggies kept their opponent to 23% shooting, with only 6 threes made on 26 attempts. They sent the opponent to the line 31 times, where they converted 19 free throws for 61%. North Carolina A&T gave up 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

Hampton Pirates vs North Carolina A&T Aggies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Betting on today's Bears and Big Red game? Catch the action at Newman Arena in Ithaca, NY, as the Big Red hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this Ivy League conference game currently have Cornell as the -8.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 154.5 points.</p><h3>BROWN BEARS VS CORNELL BIG RED BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Brown Bears +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Newman Arena at 2:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BROWN BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Big Red.</li><li>Even though we have Cornell winning straight-up, we like Brown at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Ithaca Possible for the Bears?</h3><h3>Brown Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bears fell to 7-7 on the season after an 80-67 loss to Harvard on Saturday. Brown, who were -4.5 point favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The combined points for the game hit 147, going over the pre-game O/U line of 136.5.</p> 

<p>Brown trailed 35-34 at halftime and struggled defensively in the 2nd half, allowing 45 points while scoring 33 of their own.</p><p>In their last game, the Brown Bears put up 67 points, shooting 41.7% from the field. They connected on 42.3% of their three-point attempts, hitting 11 of 26 from deep, while their overall effective field goal percentage stood at 50%.</p> <p>Kino Lilly Jr. led the way with 22 points, shooting 4 of 7 from three-point range. Chandler Pigge added 17 points and 11 rebounds, and Louis Lesmond was perfect from beyond the arc, hitting both of his attempts and finishing with 15 points.</p><p>Brown's defense gave up 80 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 41% from the field. They allowed 14 two-point field goals on 34 attempts, a 41% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Brown's defense allowed 11 threes on 26 attempts, with opponents hitting 42%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 11 times, where they made 6 free throws, shooting 54%. Brown gave up 18 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Cornell?</h3><h3>Cornell Big Red Recent Game</h3> 

<p>Cornell improved to 8-5 on the season with an 86-76 road win over Penn on Saturday. The Big Red entered the game as -7.5 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Cornell led 42-31 at halftime and added 44 points in the 2nd half, while Penn scored 45. The game’s total points of 162 went over the 158.5 O/U line.</p><p>Cornell put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 48.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.8%. They connected on 55.3% of their two-point attempts and hit 37.5% from beyond the arc, making 9 threes. At the free-throw line, they were nearly perfect, going 17-for-18 for a 94.4% success rate.</p> <p>Ethan Roberts led the way with 26 points, shooting 60% from both the field and three-point range (3/5). Cooper Noard added 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 threes, while Sam Brown contributed 15 points, shooting 75% overall. Nick Spinoso dished out 7 assists, and the team finished with 10 assists and 10 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Despite Cornell's defensive efforts, they allowed 76 points on 48% shooting from the field. The opposing team found success inside, hitting 54% of their two-point attempts, going 20/37.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Cornell's defense gave up 8 threes on 21 attempts, a 38% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 12 free throws at a 66% rate.</p>

Brown Bears vs Cornell Big Red NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>At 9:00 ET, the Los Angeles Lakers (22-17) will take on the Los Angeles Clippers (23-17) in a divisional matchup. The Clippers are favored by 4 points, and the over/under line is set at 214.5.</p>

<p>Both teams come into this game on winning streaks. The Lakers have won two straight, while the Clippers have won three in a row. Tip-off is scheduled for 9:00 ET in Inglewood at the Intuit Dome. The game will be televised on NBA TV.</p><h3>LOS ANGELES LAKERS VS LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Lakers +4</p><p>This game will be played at Intuit Dome at 9:00 ET on Sunday, January 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES LAKERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 131-128 in favor of the Clippers.</li><li>Our projections have Kawhi Leonard finishing with 21 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Clippers finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.0% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Los Angeles Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><p>The Lakers edged out the Nets 102-101 on Friday, bringing their record to 22-17. Despite being favored by 9.5 points, L.A. didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 203, falling short of the 215.5 O/U line.</p> <p>At home, the Lakers took control in the 2nd quarter, outscoring the Nets 27-22. They entered the 4th quarter with a 72-68 lead, but Brooklyn made a push, winning the final quarter 33-30.</p><p>Austin Reaves led the Lakers to a 102-101 win over the Nets, scoring 38 points and hitting 4 threes at 50% from deep. He shot 56.5% overall, while LeBron James added 29 points on 70.6% shooting, also making 4 threes at 66.7%.</p> <p>The Lakers hit 12 threes at 35.3%, with a 46.3% overall shooting percentage. Reaves scored 15 points in the 4th quarter, while LeBron added 10 in the final period.</p><p>The Lakers put together a strong defensive effort through three quarters, allowing just 68 points before giving up 33 in the 4th. Still, they held the Nets to 101 points overall, securing the win. Los Angeles allowed Brooklyn to shoot 45% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Nets hit 17 threes at a 44% clip. The Lakers sent Brooklyn to the line 13 times, where they made 10 free throws. Los Angeles finished with 28 defensive rebounds, gave up 12 offensive boards, and added 6 steals and 7 blocks.</p><h3>Can Los Angeles Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>The Clippers improved to 23-17 on the season with a dominant 118-89 win over the Trail Blazers on Thursday. Los Angeles, favored by 7 points, covered the spread with the 29-point victory. The game’s total points of 207 fell short of the 220.5 O/U line by 13.5 points.</p> <p>Los Angeles set the tone early, leading 32-22 after the 1st quarter. They extended their lead with a strong defensive effort in the 2nd, holding Portland to 16 points. An 11-0 run by the Clippers helped them pull away, and they entered the 4th quarter up 86-66 before outscoring the Blazers 32-23 in the final period.</p><p>Norman Powell led the Clippers with 23 points, hitting 3 threes at a 75% rate in their win over the Trail Blazers. James Harden added 19 points, with 12 coming in the opening quarter.</p> <p>The Clippers shot 56.4% from the field and 43.5% from three, making 10 threes overall. Derrick Jones scored 10 of his 13 points in the 3rd quarter, while Powell added 9 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters.</p><p>The Clippers put on a defensive clinic, holding the Trail Blazers to just 89 points on Thursday. They were particularly stingy in the 2nd quarter, allowing only 16 points. Overall, they limited Portland to 37% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Clippers were just as effective, giving up only 9 threes on 26% shooting. They also recorded 9 steals and 4 blocks in the game.</p>

<p>At 12:00 ET, this week 11 matchup between the West Virginia Mountaineers and Cincinnati Bearcats is set to kick off at Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati. The game can be seen on FS1, with Cincinnati favored by -5 points. The over/under line is currently 56.5 points. The Bearcats come in with a 5-3 record, while the Mountaineers are 4-4 on the season. The money line odds are +166 for West Virginia and -201 for Cincinnati.</p><h3>WEST VIRGINIA MOUNTAINEERS VS CINCINNATI BEARCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: West Virginia Mountaineers +5</p><p>This game will be played at Nippert Stadium at 12:00 ET on Saturday, November 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WEST VIRGINIA MOUNTAINEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the West Virginia Mountaineers winning this one by a score of 30 to 27</li><li>Not only do we have the West Virginia Mountaineers winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 56.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The West Virginia Mountaineers Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>West Virginia enters Week 11 against Cincinnati with a 4-4 record, ranking 54th in our CFB power rankings. They have a 57.3% chance of becoming bowl-eligible. The Mountaineers are 2-1 on the road and 1-3 at home this season.</p> <p></p><p>They’ve been favored in just two games, going 1-1 as the favorite and 2-3 as the underdog. West Virginia’s average scoring margin is +0.4 points per game, and they are 3-4 against the spread, with a 2-1 road ATS record and a 1-3 mark at home.</p> <p></p><p>Their over/under record is 4-3, with an average line of 56 points. This week’s line is set at 56.5 points, and their games have averaged 57.1 points per contest.</p><p>West Virginia’s offense has leaned on their run game, averaging 205.8 rushing yards per game on 39.9 attempts, ranking 31st nationally in both categories. Jahiem White leads the team with 508 rushing yards, five touchdowns, and an average of 5 yards per carry. The Mountaineers are 52nd in scoring, with 28.8 points per game, but they rank 18th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 11.</p> <p></p><p>Quarterback Garrett Greene has thrown for 1,352 yards, with nine touchdowns and eight interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 78. West Virginia ranks 94th in passing yards per game. Hudson Clement leads the receivers with 383 yards and three touchdowns on 28 catches. The Mountaineers have converted 41.7% of their third-down attempts.</p><p>West Virginia's defense has allowed an average of 28.4 points per game this season, ranking 63rd nationally. In their recent game against Arizona, they gave up 26 points but limited the Wildcats to just 5 rushing yards on 25 attempts. Arizona did manage to throw for 256 yards and two touchdowns.</p><p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 125 rushing yards per game against West Virginia, while quarterbacks have posted a 110.7 passer rating, completing 62.6% of their throws. The Mountaineers rank 142nd in the nation, allowing 261 passing yards per game.</p><h3>Are The Cincinnati Bearcats Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>At 5-3 this season, Cincinnati is ranked 40th in our CFB power rankings. They have a 92.6% chance of becoming bowl-eligible, but only a 1.5% shot at winning the Big 12. The Bearcats are 2-1 at home and 2-2 on the road heading into their Week 11 game against West Virginia.</p> <p></p><p>Cincinnati’s ATS record stands at 4-2-1, with a +8 average scoring margin. They are 3-1 against the spread as favorites and 2-1 at home.</p> <p></p><p>Their over/under record is 1-5-1, with games averaging 50.2 points. The average over/under line is 54.7, and this week’s line is set at 56.5 points.</p><p>Heading into week 11, Cincinnati’s offense ranks 50th in scoring, averaging 29.1 points per game. However, they are 10th in our offensive power rankings. Their passing game is their strength, ranking 34th in completions and averaging 266.6 yards per game. They convert 44.6% of their third downs and are 21st in completion percentage.</p> <p>Brendan Sorsby leads the Bearcats with 2,108 passing yards, a passer rating of 103, and 15 touchdowns to four interceptions. Corey Kiner has rushed for 692 yards, averaging 5 yards per carry. Xzavier Henderson has 549 receiving yards and four touchdowns this season.</p><p>Heading into their matchup with West Virginia, Cincinnati's defense ranks 22nd nationally, allowing 21.1 points per game. However, they’ve struggled against the pass, giving up 240.5 yards per game, which ranks 124th in the country. Opposing quarterbacks have a 96.5 passer rating and a 62.4% completion rate against the Bearcats.</p> <p></p><p>In their recent game against Colorado, Cincinnati allowed 34 points and 451 total yards. While they held Colorado to 128 rushing yards, they gave up 323 passing yards and two passing touchdowns.</p>

West Virginia Mountaineers vs Cincinnati Bearcats Betting Pick & Prediction 11/9/24

<p>At 7:30 ET, the Dallas Mavericks (-158) will host the Phoenix Suns (+133) in a Western Conference matchup. The Mavericks are favored by 3 points and the over/under is set at 230.5.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the American Airlines Center in Dallas and will be televised on ESPN. The Suns come into this game with a record of 7-1, while the Mavericks are 5-3.</p><h3>PHOENIX SUNS VS DALLAS MAVERICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Dallas Mavericks -3</p><p>This game will be played at American Airlines Center at 7:30 ET on Friday, November 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DALLAS MAVERICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 123-118 in favor of the Mavericks.</li><li>Our projections have Luka Doncic finishing with Luka Doncic points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Mavericks finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.4% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Suns?</h3><p>The Suns improved to 7-1 on the season with a 115-112 win over the Heat on Wednesday. Playing at home, Phoenix came into the game as -5.5 favorites but didn’t cover the spread. The total score of 227 points went over the pre-game line of 222.5.</p> <p>After trailing 87-84 going into the 4th quarter, the Suns outscored Miami 31-25 in the final period to secure the win.</p><p>Kevin Durant's 32 points and 8 rebounds led the Suns to a win over the Heat, with 12 of his points coming in the 3rd quarter and another 11 in the 4th. Devin Booker added 22 points and 9 assists, while Jusuf Nurkic contributed 20 points and 18 rebounds, going 3-for-3 from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Phoenix hit 18 threes at a 41.9% clip, with a 50% overall shooting percentage. Durant connected on 4 threes, despite shooting just 36.4% from deep, while Booker made 2 threes at 28.6%.</p><p>Defensively, the Suns gave up 112 points to the Heat but held them to 25 points in both the 1st and 4th quarters. Phoenix allowed 33 points in the 2nd and 29 in the 3rd. Overall, the Heat shot 43% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Suns allowed 13 threes on 38% shooting. Miami also went 19/20 from the free-throw line. The Suns finished with 36 defensive rebounds, gave up 13 offensive boards, and recorded 5 steals and 6 blocks.</p><h3>Will Dallas Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Mavericks improved to 5-3 on the season with a 119-99 win over the Bulls on Wednesday. Dallas, playing at home, covered the -10.5 point spread, while the game’s total of 218 points fell short of the 236.5 O/U line.</p> <p>A 17-0 run early in the game helped the Mavericks take control, turning a 9-6 deficit into a 23-9 lead. They led 88-68 going into the 4th quarter, and both teams scored 31 points in the final period.</p><p>Luka Doncic led the Mavericks with 27 points and 13 assists in their win over the Bulls, shooting 42.1% from the field and hitting 3 threes at 37.5%. Daniel Gafford and Kyrie Irving both added 17 points, with Gafford shooting 77.8% and Irving hitting 63.6% of his shots.</p> <p>Dallas made 12 threes at 31.6%, shooting 48.4% overall. Irving scored 15 of his 17 points in the 1st quarter, while Jaden Hardy added all 11 of his points in the 4th.</p><p>The Mavericks put together a strong defensive performance on Wednesday, holding the Bulls to 99 points. Dallas was particularly effective in the 2nd quarter, allowing just 21 points. Overall, they limited Chicago to 41% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Mavericks held the Bulls to 28% shooting, with Chicago making just 12 threes. Dallas also recorded 11 steals and 4 blocks in the game.</p>

Phoenix Suns vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Pick & Prediction 11/8/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Blue Jackets versus the Rangers? The puck drops at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY. This Metropolitan division matchup has an over/under of 6.5 goals, and the Rangers are favored by -1.5 at home vs. the Blue Jackets.</p><h3>COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS 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 Saturday, January 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK RANGERS:</h3><ul><li>Looking at our projections, the Rangers are expected to take down the Blue Jackets by a score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Rangers on the moneyline</li><li>The Rangers should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Will Columbus Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>Columbus fell to 22-17-6 after a 7-2 loss to the Capitals. The Blue Jackets’ defense struggled early, giving up five goals in the first period. Going into the game, the total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 9 goals easily surpassed that mark. Columbus, the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover.</p> <p>The Blue Jackets managed to score twice, with Damon Severson and Kevin Labanc each finding the net. Severson scored at 19:11 in the second period, and Labanc added another goal at 5:24 in the same period.</p><p>Columbus took 36 shots on goal in their 7-2 loss to Washington, but only found the net twice. Damon Severson scored his fourth goal of the season, while Kevin Labanc added his second. 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 registered 13 giveaways and failed to convert on any power play opportunities. Sean Monahan picked up his fifth assist of the season on Labanc's goal, and Zach Aston-Reese notched his second assist.</p><p>Columbus struggled defensively in their previous game, allowing 7 goals on 22 shots from Washington. Daniil Tarasov made 15 saves but posted a 68.2% save percentage. The Blue Jackets’ defense had 10 takeaways and 17 hits, but they gave up the first 5 goals, with the first coming just 56 seconds into the game.</p><h3>Will New York Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>With a 5-2 win over the Islanders, the Rangers moved above .500, now sitting at 21-20-3. The Rangers covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.</p> 

<p>Four different players scored for the Rangers, with Artemi Panarin leading the way with two goals. The Rangers took a 2-0 lead before the Islanders responded, but added two more goals in the third period to secure the win.</p><p>Artemi Panarin led the way for the Rangers with two goals, including his 9th of the season on an empty net and his 8th on a power play in the second period. Chris Kreider opened the scoring with his 8th goal, shorthanded at 16:16 in the first period. Vincent Trocheck added his 4th goal, while Adam Edstrom found the net for the first time this season.</p> <p>Mika Zibanejad contributed with three assists, bringing his total to 8 for the season. The Rangers fired 40 shots on goal and scored 5 times, despite 14 giveaways.</p><p>Defensively, the Rangers will look to carry their momentum from the last game, where they gave up just two goals to the Islanders. Igor Shesterkin posted a 94.6% save percentage with 35 saves, and the Rangers' defense added 10 takeaways and 19 hits. The only goals they allowed came at the 15:22 mark of the 2nd period and with 8 seconds left in the 2nd period.</p>

Columbus Blue Jackets vs New York Rangers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/18/25

<p>Betting on today's Bulldogs and Buccaneers game? Catch the action at Buccaneer Fieldhouse in Charleston, SC, as the Buccaneers hosts this showdown at 5:30 ET on ESPN+. UNC Asheville is favored by -9 in this Big South conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 148 points.</p><h3>UNC ASHEVILLE BULLDOGS VS CHARLESTON SOUTHERN BUCCANEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charleston Southern Buccaneers +9</p><p>This game will be played at Buccaneer Fieldhouse at 5:30 ET on Saturday, January 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLESTON SOUTHERN BUCCANEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-68 in favor of the Buccaneers.</li><li>Not only will Charleston Southern pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bulldogs Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>UNC Asheville has been a much better team at home this season, going 5-3 compared to their 5-5 record on the road. They have also been the favorite in 8 of their 21 games, going 7-1 in those contests.</p>

<p>After their 81-69 win over Radford, the Bulldogs are riding a three-game win streak. Their overall record for the season stands at 13-8, including a 5-1 mark in Big South play.</p><p>UNC Asheville has been .500 vs. the spread this season with a 9-9 mark. On the road, the Bulldogs are 5-5 against the spread. Over their last three road games, UNC Asheville is 2-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 148 is right in line with the average over/under line in UNC Asheville's games this season (149.7). So far, their over/under record is 11-7. In their last three games, the average scoring total is 145 points, which is lower than the season average of 154.4 points per game.</p><p>In their latest game, UNC Asheville's offense looked good, scoring 81 points against Radford. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 59.6% and made 12/14 free throws. The UNC Asheville offense has been looking to get up shots from outside so far this season, averaging 22.7 three-point attempts per contest. Overall, they have connected on 36% of their looks from outside this season.</p><p>The Bulldogs' defense is presently ranked 212nd nationally, allowing an average of 74.3 points per contest. UNC Asheville's defense is coming off a game in which they allowed the Radford offense to knock down 59% of their shots on their way to putting up 69 points.</p><h3>Will Charleston Southern Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>Charleston Southern is coming off a 78-59 loss to Winthrop and has dropped two straight games. Their overall record is 6-13, and they are 2-4 in the Big South.</p>

<p>At home this season, the Buccaneers have gone 2-4, and their average scoring margin is -6.7 points per game. Over their last 10 home games, Charleston Southern is 6-4.</p><p>As the underdog, Charleston Southern has an ATS record of 5-8 this season. At home, their ATS mark is 1-4-1 and over their last 10 games as the underdog, they are 4-6 vs. the spread. Their ATS record vs. the spread over their last 3 games as the underdog is 2-1.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 148 is higher than the average over/under line in Charleston Southern's games this year (142.8). So far, 11 of their games have finished with fewer points than today's line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 2-1 and the average scoring total is 149 points.</p><p>The Charleston Southern offense is coming off a game in which they scored 59 points vs. Winthrop. Overall their field goal percentage was 32.8% while connecting on 2 threes. Leading the team in scoring is RJ Johnson, who is averaging 16.7 heading into today's matchup. Additionally, Taje' Kelly also maintains a PPG average of 15.6 heading into game.</p><p>At this time, the Buccaneers' defense is positioned 243rd in the country, permitting 75.8 points per game. Charleston Southern's three-point defense is currently 26th in the country at 5.3 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 47.8% of their shots vs. Charleston Southern.</p>

UNC Asheville Bulldogs vs Charleston Southern Buccaneers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/27/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Knights and Cougars face off at 7:00 ET on NEC. The Cougars are hosting the game at Jones Convocation Center in Chicago, IL. Fairleigh Dickinson is favored by -1.5 in this Northeast conference contest against Chicago State. The game's over/under currently sits at 143 points.</p><h3>FAIRLEIGH DICKINSON KNIGHTS VS CHICAGO STATE COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago State Cougars +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Jones Convocation Center at 7:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO STATE COUGARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Not only will Chicago State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Knights Secure A Victory as Road Favorites?</h3><p>Fairleigh Dickinson's season struggles continued with a 71-60 loss to Central Connecticut State on Saturday, dropping their record to 3-13. Playing at home, the Knights were +7 underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 131, falling short of the O/U line of 139.5.</p> <p>The Knights were down 37-30 at halftime and couldn't close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 30 points while allowing 34. The loss adds to a challenging season for Fairleigh Dickinson as they look to turn things around.</p><p>Fairleigh Dickinson struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 31.7% from the field and 31.2% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.7%, and they managed 10 offensive rebounds and 10 assists as a team.</p> <p>Ahmed Barba-Bey led the way with 25 points, hitting 7 of 12 threes at a 58.3% clip. Jayden Brown added 16 points, connecting on 3 of 7 from deep, while Abdul Momoh contributed 12 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the floor.</p><p>Fairleigh Dickinson's defense held strong, allowing just 71 points while limiting their opponent to 31% shooting from the field. They gave up 10 made threes on 32 attempts, a 31% clip.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Knights' defense was effective, as they allowed just 10 two-point field goals on 31 attempts (32%). They also sent their opponent to the line 14 times, where they converted 10 free throws (71%).</p><h3>Can Chicago State Pull Out the Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><h3>Chicago State Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Chicago State improved to 2-17 on the season with a 88-72 win over Le Moyne on Saturday. The Cougars were +3 underdogs but covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>Chicago State led 46-39 at halftime and outscored Le Moyne 42-33 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 160 went over the O/U line of 140.5.</p><p>Chicago State put up 88 points in their last game, shooting 58.1% from the field and 55.6% from three-point range, hitting 10 of 18 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 69.8%, though they struggled at the free-throw line, making just 14 of 26 attempts (53.8%).</p> <p>Jalen Forrest led the way with 24 points and 8 rebounds, connecting on 4 of 5 threes. AJ Dancler added 19 points and 5 assists, while Robby Carmody contributed 16 points, hitting 4 of 7 from deep. Dwayne Koroma grabbed 10 rebounds, and Noble Crawford and Zek Tekin each chipped in 12 points, with Tekin shooting 75% from the field.</p><p>Despite Chicago State's defensive struggles, they allowed 72 points on 58% shooting from the field. The Cougars gave up 15 two-point baskets on 25 attempts, a 60% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Chicago State's defense allowed 10 threes on 18 attempts, with the opposing team shooting 55%. They also sent the other team to the line 26 times, where they made 14 free throws, shooting 53%.</p>

Fairleigh Dickinson Knights vs Chicago State Cougars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Wild versus the Sharks? The puck drops at 10:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on NBCS. The game will be played at SAP Center in San Jose, CA. The Wild are the -1.5 goal favorite in this Western conference matchup against Sharks. The over/under for the game is set at 5.5 goals.</p><h3>MINNESOTA WILD VS SAN JOSE SHARKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Jose Sharks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at SAP Center at 10:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN JOSE SHARKS:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Sharks winning this one 4-3.</li><li>We like the Sharks on the moneyline (+153)</li><li>The Sharks are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Does Minnesota Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>The Wild improved to 26-12-4 with a 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs. Minnesota was favored on the puck line, but didn’t cover. The total was set at 6 goals, and the combined 3 goals fell well below that mark.</p>

<p>Ryan Hartman opened the scoring for the Wild in the first period, but the Maple Leafs tied it up with just 52 seconds left in the period. Matt Boldy secured the win with a goal at 2:14 into 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.</p> <p>Jared Spurgeon picked up two assists, bringing his season total to three. The Wild fired 33 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the second and third periods.</p><p>Defensively, the Wild gave up a late first-period goal to the Maple Leafs, but they held Toronto scoreless the rest of the way, leading to a 2-1 overtime win. Filip Gustavsson recorded 27 saves with a 96.4% save percentage, while the Wild's defense added 7 takeaways and 22 hits.</p><h3>Does San Jose Have What it Takes to Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>San Jose’s 3-2 loss to the Canucks dropped their record to 13-25-6. The Sharks were underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, with the combined 5 goals falling short of that mark.</p>

<p>San Jose took the lead at 2:37 in the second period, but the Canucks responded with three unanswered goals. The Sharks managed to tie it up with 1:17 left in the third, but Vancouver scored the game-winner with just 26 seconds remaining.</p><p>San Jose's offense managed 2 goals on 23 shots in their 3-2 loss to Vancouver. Nico Sturm netted his second goal of the season, while Mikael Granlund added his sixth, scoring at 18:43 in the third period to tie the game 2-2.</p> <p>The Sharks were held scoreless in the first period before Sturm found the net at 17:23 in the second. San Jose recorded 16 giveaways in the game.</p><p>San Jose's defense gave up the game-winning goal with just 26 seconds left in the third period, resulting in a 3-2 loss to the Canucks. Mackenzie Blackwood made 25 saves, posting a save percentage of 89.3%. The Sharks' defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 21 hits.</p>

Minnesota Wild vs San Jose Sharks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/11/25

You can’t win them all. I’ve relearned that maxim the hard way this year as my FCS picks have fallen flat after a stellar 2018 season. While I hit 70 percent of my plays and made some nice money that year, I have given some back this campaign as I have cashed on just 45 percent of my picks this season.

Hopefully, I’ll get back to my winning ways in 2020, but all I can do right now is attempt to inch a little closer to the black before the 2019 FCS season comes to a close. Fortunately, there is a play I really like in the FCS National Championship Game this week, so I’ll have action on Saturday’s clash between James Madison and North Dakota State.

<strong>Week 1 Plays – 2-2 ATS</strong>
<strong>Week 2 Plays – 2-1 ATS</strong>
<strong>Week 3 Plays – 1-2 ATS</strong>
<strong>Week 4 Plays – 2-1 ATS</strong>
<strong>Week 5 Plays – 3-0 ATS</strong>
<strong>Week 6 Plays – 2-1 ATS</strong>
<strong>Week 7 Plays – 1-2 ATS</strong>
<strong>Week 8 Plays – 1-2 ATS</strong>
<strong>Week 9 Plays – 0-3 ATS</strong>
<strong>Week 10 Plays – 1-1-1 ATS</strong>
<strong>Week 11 Plays – 1-2 ATS</strong>
<strong>Week 12 Plays – 1-2 ATS</strong>
<strong>Week 13 Plays – 1-2 ATS</strong>
<strong>First Round Plays – 2-1 ATS</strong>
<strong>Second Round Plays – 2-1 ATS</strong>
<strong>Quarterfinals Plays -1-3 ATS</strong>
<strong>Semifinals Plays – 0-2 ATS</strong>
<strong>Overall – 23-28-1 ATS</strong>

<span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>2019 FCS Playoffs Semifinals Betting Odds</strong></span>

<strong>North Dakota State -1 vs. James Madison, O/U 48</strong>

This is the national championship game that we were expecting to see all year. At the start of the season, North Dakota State was +150 to win its eighth title in nine years, and James Madison was right behind the Bison with odds of +200 to win it all. No other school had odds to win the FCS national championship lower than +550, and these schools each had a relatively smooth route to Frisco.

James Madison has not been challenged since Stony Brook took the Dukes to overtime in early October. The Dukes have won every game by at least 14 points since that point, knocking off six ranked teams in the process. They pasted Monmouth 66-21 in the second round of the playoffs, and then used the best defense in the country to shut down Northern Iowa and Weber State to advance to the national championship for the third time in four seasons.

The Bison had a bit more difficulty against the best teams in the country this season. North Dakota State was pushed by UC Davis in the Fargodome early in the season, and South Dakota State came close to winning the Dakota Marker for the third time in four seasons. NDSU had little trouble with Nicholls or Montana State in the postseason, but MVFC rival Illinois State completely shut down this offense. The Bison were forced to escape with a 9-3 victory in the quarterfinals as Trey Lance completed just 10 of 21 passes for 135 yards.

<span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>When James Madison Has the Ball</strong></span>

These teams are very similar, and there shouldn’t be any surprises when it comes to the brand of football we see on Saturday. The Dukes want to run the ball and lean on their defense, limiting the amount of throws Ben DiNucci must make. The former Pittsburgh transfer has posted good numbers this season, but he is largely throwing to wide open receivers as the run game makes his job very easy.

Percy Agyei-Obese and Jawon Hamilton have combined to run for 2,039 yards and 24 touchdowns this season, and DiNucci has helped out the ground game by averaging 4.9 YPC. He has two excellent receivers in Riley Stapleton and Brandon Polk, but they will be facing an elite defense in North Dakota State.

The Bison have the second-best defense in the country, allowing just 269.9 YPG. Their secondary is lights out, surrendering just 5.7 YPA, and only one other defense is conceding less than 6.0 YPA.

<span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>When North Dakota State Has the Ball</strong></span>

Lance has been scintillating as a freshman. He wasn’t expected to be NDSU’s quarterback at the start of the year, but his dual threat potential led to him earning the starting job. He has left no doubt that starting him was the right move considering what we have seen from him throughout the year.

The freshman is averaging 9.7 YPA with 28 touchdowns and no interceptions. Additionally, he has run for 934 yards and 13 touchdowns, helping pace the most intimidating run game in the nation. Ty Brooks is having a fine season in the backfield alongside Lance too, averaging 7.2 YPC as the team’s leading rusher.

James Madison has the best defense in the country. The run defense in particular is lights out, stonewalling opponents throughout the season, and the only teams that have had success against the Dukes are teams that can connect on deep balls. That could pose a problem for Lance, as he has not been asked to do too much in his first year as a starter.

<span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Prediction</strong></span>

This is the most anticipated FCS national championship of the decade. It will be strength versus strength on both sides of the ball, but I believe the defenses will have the upper hand. The under is a fabulous play, and I wouldn’t be surprised if this total closed at 45.

FCS College Football Betting Picks & Predictions National Championship Game

<p>Betting on today's Pride and Dragons game? Catch the action at Daskalakis Athletic Center in Philadelphia, PA, as the Dragons hosts this showdown at 3:00 ET on CBSS. The over/under for this Coastal Athletic Association conference contest is set at 122.5 points, with Drexel being favored by -2.5 at home against Hofstra.</p><h3>HOFSTRA PRIDE VS DREXEL DRAGONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Drexel Dragons -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Daskalakis Athletic Center at 3:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DREXEL DRAGONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Dragons.</li><li>Not only will Drexel pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 122.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Pride Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Hofstra Pride Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Hofstra’s season record dropped to 8-8 after a 65-60 road loss to Towson on Thursday. The Pride entered the game as +4.5 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread. The combined points of 125 narrowly exceeded the O/U line of 124.5.</p> 

<p>Hofstra led 41-32 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 19 points while allowing 33.</p><p>Hofstra's offense put up 60 points in their last game, shooting 46.2% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.8%, with a two-point shooting mark of 58.6% (17/29) and 30.4% from beyond the arc (7/23). They hit 83.3% of their free throws, going 5-for-6 from the line.</p> <p>Michael Graham was a standout, hitting 85.7% of his shots (6/7) and grabbing 7 rebounds. Tyler Tejada and Jean Aranguren each connected on 2 of 5 threes, with Tejada scoring 16 points and Aranguren adding 14 along with 5 assists. Nendah Tarke also contributed 14 points, shooting 60% from the field.</p><p>Hofstra's defense held their opponent to 65 points, with a field goal percentage of 39% (21/53). They allowed 45% shooting from two-point range, with the opponent hitting 15 of 33 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Hofstra's defense gave up 6 threes on 20 attempts, a 30% shooting rate. They also sent the opponent to the line 23 times, where they made 17 free throws (73%). Hofstra allowed 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Drexel Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Drexel Dragons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Drexel fell to 9-8 on the season after a 65-54 home loss to Elon on Thursday. The Dragons, who were -1.5 favorites, didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 119 fell short of the O/U line of 133.5.</p> 

<p>Drexel trailed 37-31 at halftime and couldn’t mount a comeback, scoring just 23 points in the 2nd half while allowing 28.</p><p>Drexel managed just 54 points in their last game, shooting 40.4% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 48.1%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, hitting only 4 of 7 attempts (57.1%).</p> <p>Sam Sherry led the way with 19 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 70% from the field. Kobe MaGee added 17 points, while Jason Drake and TJ Simpkins each contributed 15 points, with Simpkins hitting 4 threes at a 66.7% clip.</p><p>Even with Drexel's defense holding them to 65 points, the opposing team managed to shoot 40% from the field, connecting on 21 of their 52 attempts. Inside the arc, they went 13/28, shooting 46% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, they hit 8 of their 24 shots, good for 33%. At the free-throw line, they made 4 of 7 attempts, shooting 57%. Drexel also gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p>

Hofstra Pride vs Drexel Dragons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>At 8:00 ET, the 25-12 Houston Rockets will host the 25-14 Memphis Grizzlies in a Western Southwest division matchup. The Rockets are currently favored by 2.5 and have won three straight games. The over/under line for this game is 236.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Toyota Center in Houston and can be seen on NBA TV. The Grizzlies are 3rd in the Western Conference, while the Rockets are 2nd. Memphis is 2nd in the Southwest Division, while Houston is in 1st.</p><h3>MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES VS HOUSTON ROCKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Memphis Grizzlies +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Toyota Center at 8:00 ET on Monday, January 13th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 151-119 in favor of the Grizzlies.</li><li>Our projections have Jaren Jackson Jr. finishing with 23 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Grizzlies finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.6% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can Memphis Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>The Grizzlies improved to 25-14 on the season with a 127-125 win over the Timberwolves on Saturday. Memphis, who entered the game as +2 point underdogs, not only won but also covered the spread. The game’s total of 252 points exceeded the O/U line of 232.5 by 19.5 points.</p> <p>Memphis trailed 103-99 going into the 4th quarter after losing the 2nd and 3rd quarters by a combined 6 points. However, they turned things around in the final period, outscoring Minnesota 28-22 to secure the win.</p><p>Jaren Jackson Jr. led the Grizzlies with 33 points and 8 rebounds in their 127-125 win over the Timberwolves, shooting 54.2% from the field. Desmond Bane added 21 points, hitting 4 threes at a 50% rate, while Jaylen Wells contributed 13 points, making 3 threes despite shooting just 30.8% overall.</p> <p>Memphis connected on 16 threes, shooting 39% from beyond the arc and 44.4% overall. Jackson scored 16 points in the 2nd quarter, while Bane added 13 in the 3rd. Ja Morant chipped in 6 of his 12 points in the final period.</p><p>Despite giving up 125 points on 56% shooting, the Grizzlies managed to pull off a win against the Timberwolves. Memphis allowed 33 points in the 1st quarter, 32 in the 2nd, and 38 in the 3rd, but tightened up in the 4th, giving up just 22 points.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Grizzlies allowed Minnesota to hit 17 threes at a 40% clip. The Timberwolves also went 14/19 from the free-throw line. Defensively, Memphis gave up 7 offensive rebounds but recorded 13 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Rockets Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>The Rockets improved to 25-12 on the season with a 119-115 road win over the Grizzlies on Thursday. Houston entered the game as +3 point underdogs and covered the spread with the victory. The total score of 234 points narrowly missed the over/under line of 234.5.</p> <p>A key 12-0 run helped the Rockets take control early, turning a 22-19 deficit into a 31-22 lead. Houston led 101-92 going into the 4th quarter, but the Grizzlies made a push, outscoring the Rockets 23-18 in the final period.</p><p>Alperen Şengün's 32 points and 14 rebounds powered the Rockets to a win over the Grizzlies, as he shot 60% from the field. Jalen Green added 27 points, hitting 4 threes at a 50% clip, while Fred VanVleet contributed 22 points, shooting 61.5% overall and connecting on 3 threes.</p> <p>Houston hit 13 threes, shooting 38.2% from deep, though their overall field goal percentage was 42.7%. Şengün dominated the 1st quarter with 16 points, while Green added 13. Şengün also scored 11 in the 3rd, and Green added 8 in the 4th.</p><p>Despite giving up 36 points in the 1st quarter, the Rockets tightened up defensively, allowing 23 points in the 4th to help secure a 119-115 win over the Grizzlies. Overall, they allowed 115 points on 50% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Houston did a good job defending the three, holding Memphis to 31% shooting with just 10 made threes. The Rockets also recorded 13 steals and 3 blocks in the game.</p>

Memphis Grizzlies vs Houston Rockets Betting Pick & Prediction 1/13/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Cornhuskers versus the Terrapins? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on BTN. The game will be played at XFINITY Center in College Park, MD. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 147.5 points, and Maryland is favored by -9.5 to win at home against Nebraska.</p><h3>NEBRASKA CORNHUSKERS VS MARYLAND TERRAPINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Nebraska Cornhuskers +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at XFINITY Center at 12:00 ET on Sunday, January 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEBRASKA CORNHUSKERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Terrapins.</li><li>Even though we have Maryland winning straight-up, we like Nebraska at +9.5.</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>Do the Cornhuskers Stand a Chance in College Park?</h3><h3>Nebraska Cornhuskers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Nebraska’s season record dropped to 12-5 after an 85-82 home loss to Rutgers on Thursday. The Cornhuskers were -8.5 favorites going into the game but failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Trailing 40-37 at halftime, Nebraska scored 45 points in the 2nd half but also allowed 45 points. The game’s total points of 167 exceeded the O/U line of 146.5.</p><p>Nebraska put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 45.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 51.6%. They connected on 40.9% of their three-point attempts, going 9-for-22 from deep, and hit 63% of their free throws, making 17 of 27. The Cornhuskers grabbed 19 offensive rebounds and dished out 17 assists.</p> <p>Ace Bailey led the way with 24 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 50% overall and 57.1% from three-point range. Brice Williams and Dylan Harper each added 21 points, with Harper contributing 4 assists. Juwan Gary also chipped in 20 points, while Dylan Grant was efficient, hitting 7 of 8 shots for 15 points.</p><p>Nebraska's defense struggled, giving up 85 points on 45% shooting from the field. They allowed 19 two-point field goals on 40 attempts, a 47% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Nebraska's opponent hit 9 of 22 threes, shooting 40%. They also sent them to the line 27 times, where they made 17 free throws (63%). Nebraska gave up 19 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Terrapins Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Maryland Terrapins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Maryland fell to 13-5 on the season after a 76-74 road loss to Northwestern on Thursday. The Terrapins were -2 favorites but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 150, surpassing the O/U line of 140.5.</p> 

<p>Maryland trailed 38-37 at halftime but outscored Northwestern 31-30 in the second half. Despite the close finish, the Terrapins couldn’t pull off the win.</p><p>Maryland's offense put up 74 points in their last game, shooting just 38.1% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.9%, with two-point shooting at 41.9% and three-point shooting at 30% (6/20). They excelled at the free-throw line, hitting 20 of 22 attempts for 90.9%.</p> <p>Julian Reese led the way with 23 points, despite shooting 5/13 from the field. Nick Martinelli added 22 points, shooting 9/14 overall and 1/2 from three. Brooks Barnhizer contributed 20 points and 10 rebounds, while Ty Berry hit 3 threes, finishing with 15 points.</p><p>Maryland's defense struggled, giving up 76 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 48% from the field. Inside the arc, they were particularly vulnerable, with their opponent hitting 56% of their two-point attempts (23/41).</p> <p>From three-point range, Maryland held their opponent to 31% shooting, as they made 6 of 19 attempts. The Terrapins also sent the other team to the line 19 times, where they converted 12 free throws, shooting 63%.</p>

Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Maryland Terrapins NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/19/25

<p>Betting on today's Eagles and Bobcats game? Catch the action at Brick Breeden Fieldhouse  in Bozeman, MT, as the Bobcats hosts this showdown at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 144.5 points, and Montana State is favored by -6.5 vs. Eastern Washington in a Big Sky conference matchup.</p><h3>EASTERN WASHINGTON EAGLES VS MONTANA STATE BOBCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Montana State Bobcats -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Brick Breeden Fieldhouse  at 9:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MONTANA STATE BOBCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Bobcats.</li><li>Not only will Montana State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Eastern Washington Shock Everyone at Brick Breeden Fieldhouse ?</h3><h3>Eastern Washington Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Eagles fell to 4-12 on the season after an 83-76 road loss to Idaho on Saturday. Entering the game as +3 underdogs, Eastern Washington not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 38-26 at halftime, the Eagles put up 50 points in the second half but allowed 45, making a comeback difficult. The game’s total points reached 159, exceeding the pre-game O/U line of 148.</p><p>Eastern Washington put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 42.4% from the field and 28.6% from beyond the arc, hitting 6 of 21 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.5%, and they connected on 50% of their two-point shots, going 19 for 38. At the free-throw line, they made 20 of 26, good for 76.9%.</p> <p>The Eagles grabbed 13 offensive rebounds and dished out 9 assists. Mason Williams led the way with 21 points, hitting 3 of 6 from deep, while Kristian Gonzalez added 20 points, shooting 57.1% overall and 42.9% from three. Andrew Cook contributed 18 points, and Julius Mims was efficient inside, making 7 of 9 shots.</p><p>Eastern Washington's defense struggled, giving up 83 points on 48% shooting from the field. The Eagles allowed their opponent to hit 66% of their two-point attempts, going 22/33 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Eastern Washington's defense held their opponent to 27% shooting, with 8 makes on 29 attempts. The Eagles also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 15 times, where they converted all 15 attempts. Eastern Washington gave up 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Bobcats Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Montana State Bobcats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Montana State improved to 6-12 on the season with an 80-71 win over Weber State on Saturday, January 18th. The Bobcats were -1.5 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>After trailing 29-28 at halftime, Montana State exploded for 52 points in the 2nd half while allowing 42. The total points for the game reached 151, surpassing the O/U line of 136.5.</p><p>Montana State's offense put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 48.1% from the field and hitting 45.5% from three-point range (10/22). Their effective field goal percentage was 57.4%, and they connected on 75% of their free throws (18/24).</p> <p>Jed Miller led the way with 20 points, while Brandon Walker added 18 points and 7 rebounds. Max Agbonkpolo contributed 15 points, hitting 3 of 6 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Montana State's defense gave up 71 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 44% from the field. They allowed 15 two-point baskets on 27 attempts, a 55% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Bobcats held their opponents to 31% shooting, with 7 made threes on 22 attempts. They also sent them to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 20 free throws, shooting 83%. Montana State allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

Eastern Washington Eagles vs Montana State Bobcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Cougars and Fighting Camels face off at 7:00 ET on FloC. The Fighting Camels are hosting the game at Pope Convocation Center in Buies Creek, NC. Charleston come into this Coastal Athletic Association conference matchup as the -5.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 149.5 points.</p><h3>CHARLESTON COUGARS VS CAMPBELL FIGHTING CAMELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Campbell Fighting Camels +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Pope Convocation Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAMPBELL FIGHTING CAMELS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Fighting Camels.</li><li>Not only will Campbell pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Cougars Pull Off a Win at Buies Creek?</h3><h3>Charleston Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Charleston's season record dropped to 12-4 after an 84-73 road loss to Monmouth on Saturday. The Cougars, who entered the game as -6.5 favorites, failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Charleston led 38-35 at halftime but struggled defensively in the 2nd half, allowing 49 points while scoring just 35. The game’s total points of 157 exceeded the O/U line of 148.5.</p><p>Charleston's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 33.8% overall and 31.7% from three-point range. Despite the poor shooting, they managed to hit 13 threes, with Deywilk Tavarez knocking down 6 of 12 from deep and finishing with 20 points and 9 rebounds.</p> <p>Abdi Bashir Jr. also contributed 4 threes, scoring 22 points and dishing out 5 assists. Madison Durr was efficient, hitting 7 of 10 shots and adding 6 assists. The Cougars grabbed 18 offensive rebounds and totaled 19 assists in the game.</p><p>Charleston's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 84 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Cougars allowed their opponent to connect on 23 of 41 two-point attempts, a 56% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Charleston's opponent hit 8 of 20 threes, shooting 40%. The Cougars also sent them to the line 19 times, where they made 14 free throws, shooting 73%. Charleston gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Fighting Camels Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Campbell Fighting Camels Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Campbell fell to 5-10 on the season after an 81-68 road loss to Elon on Monday, January 13th. Entering the game as +7.5 point underdogs, the Camels not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Campbell trailed 42-34 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 34 points while allowing 39. The game’s total points hit 149, surpassing the O/U line of 138.5.</p><p>Campbell's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 37.9% overall and 23.1% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.4%, but they did hit 80% of their free throws, going 12-for-15 from the line.</p> <p>Colby Duggan led the way with 29 points, hitting 3-of-7 from deep, while Sam Sherry was nearly perfect, shooting 8-of-9 from the field and 3-of-3 from beyond the arc. The Fighting Camels also grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 16 assists in the game.</p><p>Campbell's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 81 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed 63% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 19 of 30 shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, Campbell's opponents shot 36%, making 9 of 25 attempts. The Fighting Camels also sent the other team to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 16 of those attempts, shooting 84%.</p>

Charleston Cougars vs Campbell Fighting Camels NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/16/25

<p>The Horned Frogs and Bears are set to face off at 5:00 ET on ESPN. The Bears will host the game at Foster Pavilion in Waco, TX. The over/under for this game is set at 135.5 points, and Baylor is favored by -12.5 vs. TCU in a Big 12 conference matchup.</p><h3>TCU HORNED FROGS VS BAYLOR BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: TCU Horned Frogs +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Foster Pavilion at 5:00 ET on Sunday, January 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TCU HORNED FROGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Bears.</li><li>Even though we have Baylor winning straight-up, we like TCU at +12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 135.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Are TCU Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>TCU Horned Frogs Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>TCU’s season record dropped to 9-7 after a 73-65 home loss to Utah on Wednesday. The Horned Frogs, who were -4.5 favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>TCU trailed 30-26 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap, allowing 43 points in the 2nd half while scoring 39. The total points for the game were 138, falling short of the 143.5 O/U line.</p><p>TCU struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 37.5% from the field and 38.6% on two-point attempts. They hit 35% from beyond the arc, connecting on 7 of 20 attempts. The Horned Frogs also had a tough time at the free-throw line, making only 47.6% of their shots.</p> <p>Vasean Allette led TCU with 19 points and 9 rebounds, despite shooting 9 of 24 from the field. Gabe Madsen added 17 points, but hit just 2 of 11 from three. Keanu Dawes was efficient, scoring 16 points on 7 of 10 shooting in 23 minutes.</p><p>TCU's defense held their opponent to 73 points on 37% shooting from the field, as they went 24/64 overall. The Horned Frogs limited damage inside, where their opponent shot 38% on two-pointers, making 17 of 44 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, TCU's defense allowed 7 threes on 20 attempts, with their opponent shooting 35% from deep. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 10 free throws for 47%. TCU gave up 15 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Bears Grab a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Baylor Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bears fell to 10-5 on the season after an 81-70 loss to Arizona on Tuesday. Baylor, who entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs, didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 151, just over the O/U line of 149.5.</p> 

<p>After a rough first half where they trailed 42-19, Baylor scored 51 points in the second half while holding Arizona to 39, but it wasn’t enough to complete the comeback.</p><p>Baylor's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 48.2% from the field. They connected on 58.3% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 30% of their threes (6/20). Their effective field goal percentage was 53.6%, and they made 76.9% of their free throws (10/13).</p> <p>Henri Veesaar led the way with 19 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 9/11 from the field in just 20 minutes. Robert O. Wright III added 16 points and 4 assists, while VJ Edgecombe contributed 14 points and 7 rebounds. Jaden Bradley and Jeremy Roach each scored 13 points, with Bradley also dishing out 6 assists.</p><p>Baylor's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 81 points on 53% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to hit 55% of their two-point attempts, going 22/40 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Baylor's opponent shot 50%, making 7 of 14 attempts. They also sent them to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 16 free throws for 64%. Baylor gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

TCU Horned Frogs vs Baylor Bears NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/19/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Big Green and Bulldogs game? Catch the action at John J. Lee Amphitheater in New Haven, CT, as the Bulldogs hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 150.5 points, and Yale is favored by -15.5 to win at home against Dartmouth.</p><h3>DARTMOUTH BIG GREEN VS YALE BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Dartmouth Big Green +15.5</p><p>This game will be played at John J. Lee Amphitheater at 2:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DARTMOUTH BIG GREEN:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Even though we have Yale winning straight-up, we like Dartmouth at +15.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Dartmouth Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Dartmouth’s season record dropped to 5-8 following a narrow 81-80 loss to Princeton on Saturday. The Big Green were +7 point underdogs going into the game, but they managed to keep it closer than expected.</p> <p>Dartmouth led 41-38 at halftime but allowed 43 points in the second half while scoring 39. The total points for the game reached 161, surpassing the over/under line of 148.</p><p>Dartmouth put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 45.6% from the field and hitting 45.5% of their three-point attempts, going 10-for-22 from deep. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.4%, and they were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, making 18 of 20 attempts for 90%.</p> <p>Xaivian Lee led the way with 33 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 63.2% overall and 60% from three-point range. Ryan Cornish added 20 points in 21 minutes, while Caden Pierce contributed 19 points, 12 rebounds, and 7 assists.</p><p>Despite Dartmouth's defensive efforts, they couldn't contain their opponent, giving up 81 points on 45% shooting. The Big Green allowed 26 field goals, including 10 three-pointers on 22 attempts, with the opposing team hitting 45% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Dartmouth also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 18 of those attempts for a 90% success rate. On the boards, Dartmouth limited the damage by allowing just 3 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Bulldogs Grab a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Yale Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Yale improved to 8-6 on the season with a 92-88 road win over Columbia on Saturday. Despite being -7.5 favorites, the Bulldogs didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Yale trailed 40-39 at halftime but put up 53 points in the 2nd half while allowing 48. The game’s total points of 180 exceeded the O/U line of 152.5.</p><p>Yale put up 92 points in their last game, shooting 46.8% from the field and 43.5% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.8%, and they hit 77.4% of their free throws, going 24-for-31 from the line.</p> <p>John Poulakidas led the way with 29 points, hitting 6-of-12 from beyond the arc. Avery Brown added 21 points, while Nick Townsend contributed 20 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the field. Bez Mbeng also had a strong performance, finishing with 19 points and 9 assists.</p><p>Yale’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 88 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 43% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 54% shooting, with the other team hitting 19 of 35 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Yale’s opponent made 11 of 34 shots, good for 32%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 17 free throws for 81%. Yale gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Dartmouth Big Green vs Yale Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/20/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Golden Panthers and Bearkats. The game is starting at 3:30 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Bearkats at Bernard G. Johnson Coliseum in Huntsville, TX. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 153.5 points, and Sam Houston is favored by -7.5 to win at home against FIU.</p><h3>FIU GOLDEN PANTHERS VS SAM HOUSTON BEARKATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: FIU Golden Panthers +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bernard G. Johnson Coliseum at 3:30 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FIU GOLDEN PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Bearkats.</li><li>Even though we have Sam Houston winning straight-up, we like FIU at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 153.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Golden Panthers Stand a Chance in Huntsville?</h3><p>FIU dropped to 5-9 on the season after an 81-64 loss to Louisiana Tech on Thursday. The Golden Panthers were +8 underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 145, surpassing the O/U line of 139.5.</p> <p>FIU found themselves in a deep hole early, trailing 50-27 at halftime. They showed some fight in the second half, outscoring the Bulldogs 37-31, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the deficit.</p><p>FIU's offense put up 64 points in their last game, shooting 43.5% from the field and 25% from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 16 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.8%, with a strong showing inside, converting 53.3% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Golden Panthers connected on 80%, going 20 for 25. They grabbed 9 offensive rebounds and dished out 12 assists. Al Green led the way with 21 points, hitting 5 of 7 from deep, while Kaden Cooper added 19 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 81.8% overall.</p><p>Even with FIU's defensive struggles, giving up 81 points on 58% shooting, they couldn’t capitalize on the offensive end. The Golden Panthers allowed 67% shooting on two-point attempts, with their opponents hitting 25 of 37 shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, FIU's defense gave up 7 threes on 18 attempts, a 38% shooting performance. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 10 for 58%. FIU allowed 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Bearkats?</h3><h3>Sam Houston Bearkats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bearkats dropped to 4-9 on the season after a 76-68 home loss to Liberty on Thursday. Sam Houston entered the game as +4 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 144, going over the pre-game line of 141.5.</p> 

<p>Sam Houston trailed 35-33 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, where they were outscored 41-35.</p><p>Sam Houston's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 42.1% from the field and 49.1% in effective field goal percentage. They hit 40% of their threes, going 8 for 20, and connected on 80% of their free throws, making 12 of 15 attempts. The Bearkats grabbed 7 offensive rebounds and dished out 8 assists.</p> <p>Lamar Wilkerson led the way with 25 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 52.6% overall and 40% from three. Colin Porter was perfect from the field, hitting all 4 of his shots, including 3 threes, and added 5 assists. Marcus Boykin also contributed 5 assists, while Jayvon Maughmer knocked down 3 of 6 from deep.</p><p>Sam Houston's defense gave up 76 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 42% from the field. They allowed 16 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, a 43% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Bearkats' defense conceded 8 threes on 20 attempts, a 40% success rate. They also sent the other team to the line 15 times, where they hit 12 free throws, an 80% clip. Sam Houston allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

FIU Golden Panthers vs Sam Houston Bearkats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/11/25

<p>At 9:00 ET, the 6-34 Washington Wizards will travel to Sacramento to take on the 21-20 Kings. The Kings are currently favored by 16.5 points and have a moneyline of -1672. The over/under line is set at 232.5.</p>

<p>This non-conference matchup will be played at the Golden 1 Center and can be seen on NBCS.</p><h3>WASHINGTON WIZARDS VS SACRAMENTO KINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Wizards +16.5</p><p>This game will be played at Golden 1 Center at 9:00 ET on Sunday, January 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON WIZARDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 147-133 in favor of the Wizards.</li><li>Our projections have Jordan Poole finishing with 20 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Wizards finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.7% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Washington Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>The Wizards dropped to 6-34 on the season after a 122-114 road loss to the Warriors on Saturday. Despite being +13.5 point underdogs, Washington kept it closer than expected. The combined score of 236 points went over the pre-game line of 231.5.</p> <p>Washington led 60-53 in the 3rd quarter, but the Warriors went on an 11-0 run to take control. The Wizards were down just 89-87 going into the 4th, but Golden State pulled away by outscoring them 33-27 in the final period.</p><p>In their loss to the Warriors, the Wizards hit 22 threes, shooting 48.9% from deep, though their overall field goal percentage was 44.2%. Jordan Poole led the way with 8 threes, finishing with 38 points, including 15 in the 2nd quarter.</p> <p>Kyle Kuzma added 22 points, with 15 coming in the 4th quarter. Bub Carrington contributed 17 points, hitting 4 threes at 66.7% efficiency.</p><p>The Wizards gave up 122 points to the Warriors, with their defense struggling in the 3rd and 4th quarters, where they allowed 36 and 33 points, respectively. Washington held Golden State to 14 made threes on 34% shooting from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Washington sent the Warriors to the free-throw line 24 times, where they made 18. The Wizards grabbed 33 defensive rebounds but allowed 17 offensive boards. They also recorded 5 steals and 2 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Can Sacramento Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>The Kings moved above .500 with a 132-127 win over the Rockets on Thursday, improving to 21-20. Sacramento was favored by 4.5 points and covered the spread with the win. The total points for the game were 259, well over the 224.5-point line.</p> <p>A key moment came when the Kings went on a 10-0 run, breaking a 36-36 tie and taking a 46-36 lead. Sacramento led 90-85 going into the 4th quarter, and both teams scored 42 points in the final period.</p><p>The Kings shot 50% from the field and connected on 14 threes at a 42.4% clip in their win over the Rockets. DeMar DeRozan led the way with 33 points, while Malik Monk added 26 and Domantas Sabonis contributed 20 points and 14 rebounds.</p> <p>DeRozan was key in the 4th quarter, scoring 16 points, while Monk added 12 in the final period. Sabonis had 12 of his 20 points in the 2nd quarter, and Keegan Murray chipped in 8 of his 18 points in the opening frame.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive start, the Kings gave up 127 points to the Rockets, including a 42-point 4th quarter. Sacramento allowed Houston to shoot 52% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Rockets hit 12 threes at a 36% clip. The Kings sent Houston to the line 24 times, where they made 17 free throws. Defensively, Sacramento recorded 5 steals and 3 blocks.</p>

<p>Planning on watching today's Stars and Canadiens game? Catch the action at Bell Centre in Montreal, QC, as the Canadiens hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Stars are favored by -1.5 goals in this non-conference contest against the Canadiens. The game's over/under currently sits at 6 goals.</p><h3>DALLAS STARS VS MONTREAL CANADIENS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Montreal Canadiens +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Bell Centre at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MONTREAL CANADIENS:</h3><ul><li>Despite being 1.5 goal underdogs, we predict the Canadiens to come out on top with a final score of 4-2.</li><li>We like the Canadiens on the moneyline (+183)</li><li>The Canadiens are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Stars Offense Score Enough in Montreal?</h3><p>Dallas fell to 26-13-1 with a 4-2 loss to the Panthers. The Stars, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 6 fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>After trailing 2-0, the Stars tied it up in the second period, but the Panthers pulled away with two more goals, including an empty-netter. Evgenii Dadonov and Matt Duchene scored for Dallas in the loss.</p><p>Dallas took 25 shots on goal but only found the net twice in their 4-2 loss to the Panthers. 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, which came 8:38 into the second period.</p> <p>Miro Heiskanen recorded his fourth assist of the season, and Thomas Harley notched his fifth. The Stars had 32 giveaways in the game, but did manage to tie the score at 2-2 with 11:22 left in the second period.</p><p>Dallas' defense gave up the first two goals of the game, including one at 8:47 into the 2nd period. After tying it at 2-2, they conceded two more, one at 2:32 into the 3rd period and an empty-netter at the 19:00 mark. Goalie Casey DeSmith made 21 saves with an 87.5% save percentage. The Stars' defense also recorded 5 takeaways and 26 hits.</p><h3>Can Montreal Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Montreal’s record dropped to 20-18-3 after a 3-1 road loss to the Penguins. The Canadiens entered the game as underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 4 goals fell short of the 6.5 set before the game.</p> 

<p>Pittsburgh jumped out to a 2-0 lead before Christian Dvorak scored for Montreal at 14:28 in the third period. The Penguins added an empty-net goal to seal the win.</p><p>Christian Dvorak netted his first goal of the season for the Canadiens, who took 26 shots on goal in their 3-1 loss to Pittsburgh. Emil Heineman picked up his first assist, while Juraj Slafkovsky added his seventh assist of the year.</p> <p>Montreal was held scoreless until Dvorak’s goal at 14:28 in the third period. The Canadiens struggled with giveaways, recording 20 in the game.</p><p>Montreal's defense gave up the first two goals, one at 15:57 in the first period and another at 18:40 in the second. The Canadiens pulled within one, but they conceded an empty-netter at 19:15 in the third, leading to a 3-1 loss. Goalie Sam Montembeault made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the defense added 4 takeaways and 28 hits.</p>

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<p>At 9:38 PM from Angel Stadium of Anaheim in Anaheim, we have an American League matchup between the Royals and Angels. Heading into Friday's game, the Royals are 23-16, while the Angels are 14-24. Alec Marsh is starting for the Royals, and he is facing off against Griffin Canning for the Angels.</p>

<p>Kansas City is the favorite on the money line at -123, and the over/under line is at 8.5 runs. If you're looking to catch this one on TV, it is being carried by APLTV.</p><h3>KANSAS CITY ROYALS VS LOS ANGELES ANGELS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kansas City Royals Moneyline -123</p><p>This game will be played at Angel Stadium of Anaheim at 9:38 ET on Friday, May 10th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ROYALS VS ANGELS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Royals winning by a score of 6 to 4</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Royals to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 10 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Thanks to a four-run 3rd inning for the Royals' offense, they cruised to a 10-4 win over the Angels in the most recent game of this series. Heading into the game, the Royals were favored at -120 on the money line.</p>

<p>Kansas City got to Angels starter Reid Detmers, who gave up six earned runs in just five innings of work and took the loss. As for the Royals, they got a good outing from Michael Wacha, who gave up just two earned runs across six innings of work and got the win.</p>

<p>Dairon Blanco and Vinnie Pasquantino each homered for the Royals, while Maikel Garcia scored twice and drove in two runs while going 3/5. Garrett Hampson also had a two-hit game and scored a run for Kansas City's offense.</p><h3>Royals Records & Stats</h3><p>The Royals are 23-16 overall this season, and they are 8-5 against other teams in the AL Central. Kansas City is 1.5 games behind the Guardians for the AL Central lead. The Royals have won two straight games, and they are 6-4 across their last 10.</p>

<p>So far, the Royals have been good at home, going 15-8. On the road, they are an even 8-8. As the favorite, the Royals are 10-5 this year and 13-11 as the underdog. Kansas City has won three straight games as the road favorite, and their overall series record is 6-6 this year.</p><p>When the Royals are on the road, they are a solid bet to cover the run line, as they are 25-14 overall. Their average run margin on the road is 1.1, and they are 11-5 against the run line in those games. As the underdog, they are 17-7 against the run line, while as the favorite they are 8-7. Their average run differential in games they have won is 4.2, while in losses it is -2.8.</p><p>When the Kansas City Royals and Los Angeles Angels met today, oddsmakers set the over/under line at 8.5 runs. This season, the Royals have played in 37 games, and their combined run average is 8.2 runs per game. Their over/under record is 14-23, and their average over/under line is 8 runs per game. When the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, the Royals' record is 5-12. This season, 23.1% of their games have had over/under lines set at 8.5 runs or higher. The Royals have hit the over in three straight games.</p><p>After starting the season with a win over the Mets, Alec Marsh has picked up a win in each of his first two starts. He's coming off a 5 2/3 inning outing where he struck out 6 and only gave up 3 hits. In his first start of the season, he went 4 1/3 innings and struck out 1.</p><p>Salvador Perez has been one of the league's top power threats so far this season, as his eight home runs are the best mark on the Royals and the 5th best in the league. He is also hitting .328, which is the best mark on the team. Perez comes into the game on a three-game hitting streak. Bobby Witt Jr. is also off to a good start, hitting .318 with five homers. Vinnie Pasquantino is also among the league leaders in home runs, as he has five homers while batting .256.</p>

<p>As a team, the Royals are averaging 4.7 runs per game and are near the top of the league in terms of batting average, slugging percentage, and isolated power. They have been very good at putting the ball in play this season, as they are the league's 2nd hardest team to strike out. Kansas City's offense has been even better at home, averaging 5 runs per contest.</p><h3>Angels Records & Stats</h3><p>With a record of 14-24, the Angels are 4th in the AL West, 7.5 games behind the Rangers for the division lead. So far, they have yet to play a game against another AL West team. Los Angeles has really struggled at home this year, going just 4-12 compared to 10-12 on the road.</p>

<p>So far this year, the Angels have really struggled in day games, going just 3-13. As the underdog, the Angels are 13-21 this year compared to 1-3 as the favorite. Los Angeles' overall series record is 2-9-1, and they have dropped five straight series at home.</p><p>When the Angels are favored, they have yet to cover the run line, but as an underdog, they are 18-16. Their overall run line record is 18-20, and their average run differential is -1.1 runs per game. They have covered the run line in just five of 16 home games, but they are 13-9 on the road. Their average run differential in wins is +3.9 runs per game, while in losses, it is -4.0 runs per game.</p><p>When the Angels play at home, the over has hit in 10 of their 15 games when the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs. Overall, the over has hit in 21 of their 37 games this season. The Angels have a combined run average of 9.4 runs per game this season, and their games have had an average over/under line of 9 runs.</p><p>Griffin Canning is looking to bounce back from a rough outing vs. the Guardians, where he took the loss. In that start, he gave up two earned runs on four hits in six innings of work. Looking at his overall numbers, Canning has made seven starts and has a record of 1-4. His ERA for the season is 6.69, along with a WHIP of 1.43. Opposing batters are hitting .268 off the right-hander this season. Canning has made one quality start this year and is averaging 6.69 strikeouts per nine innings. For the season, he has allowed six homers and is averaging 3.34 walks per nine innings.</p><p>So far this season, the Angels offense has been pretty average in most categories, including batting average, home runs, and on-base percentage. Overall, they are averaging 4.2 runs per game, which is 19th in the league. One thing that has hurt them is their team walk rate, which is 20th in the league. However, they have done a good job of putting the ball in play, as their team strikeout rate is the 18th best in the league.</p>

<p>Currently, Taylor Ward is leading the Angels in RBIs, and his seven homers are the 2nd most on the team and 6th in the league. Mike Trout has also been a good power threat, but his batting average is just .220 for the season. Over his last five games, Kevin Pillar is hitting .308 with two homers, and Zach Neto has gone 7/20 in his last six games.</p>

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College basketball is one of the most popular sports to wager on, especially during one particular month of the year. College basketball betting presents many great opportunities to wager, and bettors tend to do pretty well when wagering on the sport.

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<p>The Golden Lions and Wildcats are set to face off at 7:00 ET on SWAC. The Wildcats will host the game at Moore Gymnasium in Daytona Beach, FL. The odds for this Southwestern Athletic conference game currently have Bethune-Cookman as the -15.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 154.5 points.</p><h3>UAPB GOLDEN LIONS VS BETHUNE-COOKMAN WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UAPB Golden Lions +15.5</p><p>This game will be played at Moore Gymnasium at 7:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UAPB GOLDEN LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Even though we have Bethune-Cookman winning straight-up, we like UAPB at +15.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Golden Lions Have What it Takes in Daytona Beach?</h3><h3>UAPB Golden Lions Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Golden Lions fell to 1-14 on the season after an 86-76 road loss to Florida A&M on Saturday. UAPB entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 162, surpassing the O/U line of 157.5.</p> 

<p>UAPB struggled early, trailing 49-28 at halftime, but showed signs of life in the 2nd half by outscoring the Rattlers 48-37.</p><p>In their last game, the Golden Lions put up 76 points, shooting 46.2% from the field. They hit 57.1% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, making just 26.1% of their threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 50.8%.</p> <p>Free-throw shooting was an issue, as they connected on only 43.5% of their attempts. Sterling Young led the way with 37 points, hitting 7 of 10 threes and shooting 66.7% overall. Doctor Bradley added 24 points and 12 rebounds, while also dishing out 7 assists.</p><p>Despite UAPB's defensive struggles, they managed to put up 86 points in their previous game. The Golden Lions shot 51% from the field, connecting on 26 of their 51 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UAPB hit 13 of 27 threes, good for 48%. They also went to the free-throw line 31 times, making 21 of those attempts.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Wildcats?</h3><h3>Bethune-Cookman Wildcats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Wildcats improved to 6-11 on the season with an 83-58 home win over Mississippi Valley State on Saturday. Bethune-Cookman entered the game as -24.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 141 exceeded the O/U line of 131.5.</p> 

<p>After taking a commanding 42-21 lead into halftime, the Wildcats scored 41 points in the 2nd half, though they allowed 37 points to the Delta Devils during that stretch.</p><p>Bethune-Cookman's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 83 points with a 55.6% shooting performance from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 66.7%, thanks in part to hitting 50% of their three-point attempts, going 11-for-22 from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Trey Thomas led the way, scoring 22 points on 9-of-12 shooting, including 4-of-7 from three. The Wildcats also dished out 22 assists, with Donovan Sanders contributing 6 assists to go along with his 14 points and 6 rebounds.</p><p>Despite giving up just 58 points, the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats allowed their opponent to shoot 55% from the field, with 30 made baskets on 54 attempts. Their defense struggled to contain two-point shots, as the opposing team hit 19 of 32 attempts, shooting 59% inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Bethune-Cookman’s defense allowed 11 made threes on 22 attempts, with the opponent shooting 50% from deep. The Wildcats also sent the other team to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 12 attempts for 60%. Bethune-Cookman gave up 8 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Quakers and Crimson face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The Crimson are hosting the game at Lavietes Pavilion in Cambridge, MA. The over/under for this game is set at 139.5 points, and Harvard is favored by -6.5 vs. Penn in a Ivy League conference matchup.</p><h3>PENN QUAKERS VS HARVARD CRIMSON BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Harvard Crimson -6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lavietes Pavilion at 2:00 ET on Monday, January 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HARVARD CRIMSON:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Crimson.</li><li>Not only will Harvard pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Quakers Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Penn Quakers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Penn’s season continued to be a struggle as they fell to 4-11 after an 86-76 loss to Cornell on Saturday. The Quakers were +7.5 point underdogs at home and didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 42-31 at halftime, Penn put up 45 points in the 2nd half but allowed 44. The game’s total points of 162 exceeded the O/U line of 158.5.</p><p>In their recent game, the Penn Quakers put up 76 points, shooting 48.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.2%. They connected on 38.1% of their three-point attempts (8/21) and hit 54.1% of their shots inside the arc (20/37). At the free-throw line, they made 66.7% of their attempts, going 12/18.</p> <p>Ethan Roberts led the way with 26 points, shooting 60.0% overall and from three-point range (3/5). Cooper Noard added 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 threes, while Sam Brown contributed 15 points, making 75.0% of his shots. Nick Spinoso dished out 7 assists, and the Quakers managed just 1 offensive rebound in the game.</p><p>Even with Penn's defense allowing 86 points, the Quakers couldn't slow down their opponent, who shot 48% from the field. They connected on 54% of their two-point attempts, going 20/37 inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Quakers gave up 8 threes on 21 attempts, a 38% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the line 18 times, where they hit 12 free-throws, shooting 66%. Penn did well on the boards, allowing just 1 offensive rebound.</p><h3>Can the Crimson Grab a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Harvard Crimson Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Harvard improved to 5-9 on the season with an 80-67 road win over Brown on Saturday. The Crimson entered the game as +4.5 underdogs but not only pulled off the upset, they also covered the spread. The total points for the game hit 147, going over the pre-game line of 136.5.</p> 

<p>Harvard led 35-34 at halftime and pulled away in the second half, outscoring Brown 45-33 after the break. The Crimson’s strong second-half performance was key to their victory.</p><p>Harvard put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and 42.9% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 56.7%, with 9 made threes on 21 attempts.</p> <p>Kino Lilly Jr. led the way with 22 points, hitting 4 of 7 from deep. Chandler Pigge added 17 points and 11 rebounds, while Louis Lesmond went 2 for 2 from three, finishing with 15 points.</p><p>Harvard's defense gave up 67 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field, including 42% from three-point range on 11/26 shooting. Inside the arc, the other team went 14/34, also shooting 41%.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, the opposing team hit 6/11, shooting 54%. Harvard allowed 18 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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<p>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Lightning versus the Penguins? The puck drops at 5:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA. The Lightning come into this Eastern conference matchup as the -1.5 goal favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING VS PITTSBURGH PENGUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Penguins +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at PPG Paints Arena at 5:00 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PITTSBURGH PENGUINS:</h3><ul><li>The Lightning 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 Lightning on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Penguins (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can Tampa Bay Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p>Tampa Bay’s 7-4 loss to the Jets dropped their record to 22-15-3. The Lightning were underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 11 goals easily surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5 goals.</p> 

<p>The Lightning led 2-0 early, but the Jets responded with seven of the next nine goals. Four different players scored for Tampa Bay in the loss.</p><p>In their 7-4 loss to the Jets, Tampa Bay's offense netted four goals, with Brandon Hagel scoring his 7th of the season and Nikita Kucherov adding his 10th. The Lightning fired 30 shots on goal and recorded 8 giveaways.</p> <p>Mitchell Chaffee scored his 4th goal, while Brayden Point added his 8th on a power play. The Lightning had two first-period goals, with Kucherov's 10th coming in the third period to tie the game at 4-4.</p><p>Despite tying the game at 4-4 in the 3rd period, the Lightning's defense struggled late, allowing three unanswered goals, including two empty-netters. Jonas Johansson made 27 saves with an 84.4% save percentage.</p><h3>Can Pittsburgh Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>With a 3-1 win over the Canadiens, the Penguins moved to 18-18-8 this season. Pittsburgh covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 4 goals fell short of the 6.5 line.</p>

<p>Sidney Crosby led the way with two goals, while Blake Lizotte added an empty-netter to seal the victory. The Penguins kept the Canadiens scoreless until the 3rd period.</p><p>Sidney Crosby led the Penguins’ offense with two goals, including his 5th of the season on a power play. Blake Lizotte added his 2nd goal of the year, scoring on an empty net with 45 seconds left in the game.</p> <p>The Penguins took 24 shots on goal but also had 14 giveaways. They scored in each period, with Crosby’s first goal coming at 4:03 in the 1st period.</p><p>Defensively, the Penguins will look to build on their last performance, where they allowed just one goal to the Canadiens. Alex Nedeljkovic made 25 saves with a 96.2% save percentage, and the defense contributed 5 takeaways and 19 hits. The only goal they allowed came at 5:32 in the 3rd period.</p>

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Peacocks versus the Dukes? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse in Pittsburgh, PA. The over/under for this game is set at 127.5 points, and Duquesne is favored by -4.5 against Saint Peter's in a non-conference matchup.</p><h3>SAINT PETER'S PEACOCKS VS DUQUESNE DUKES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Duquesne Dukes -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, December 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DUQUESNE DUKES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Dukes.</li><li>Not only will Duquesne pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 127.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Peacocks Lock in a Road Win?</h3><h3>Saint Peter's Peacocks Recent Game/Games</h3>  
<p>Saint Peter's improved to 2-3 on the season with a 78-76 road win over Fairleigh Dickinson on Tuesday. Despite being -8 favorites, the Peacocks didn’t cover the spread.</p>  
<p>Trailing 40-34 at halftime, Saint Peter's turned things around by scoring 44 points in the 2nd half while holding Fairleigh Dickinson to 36. The game’s total points of 154 went over the pre-game O/U line of 142.</p><p>Saint Peter's put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 50.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 56.6%. They connected on 57.1% of their two-point attempts and hit 38.9% from beyond the arc, making 7 threes in total. At the free-throw line, they were 17-for-22, good for 77.3%.</p> <p>Terrence Brown led the Peacocks with 23 points, while Bryce Eaton added 19 points and 4 assists. Bismark Nsiah and Zaakir Williamson each contributed 13 points, with Williamson shooting 83.3% from the field. Ahmed Barba-Bey was efficient from three, hitting 3 of 4 attempts for 11 points.</p><p>Saint Peter's defense gave up 76 points, with the opposing team shooting 46% from the field, including 50% on two-point attempts (19/38). From beyond the arc, the opponent hit 7 of 18 threes, good for 38%.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the opposing team went 17/23, shooting 73%. Saint Peter's also allowed 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can Duquesne Grab a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Duquesne Dukes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Duquesne improved to 2-3 on the season with a 67-54 road win over Old Dominion on Tuesday, November 26th. The Dukes entered the game as -9.5 point favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Duquesne led 26-19 at halftime and scored 41 points in the 2nd half while allowing 35. The combined points of 121 fell short of the O/U line of 139.5.</p><p>Duquesne put up 67 points in their last game, shooting 47.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.9%. They hit 52.5% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 4 of 13 threes (30.8%).</p> <p>Devin Ceaser led the Dukes with 23 points, despite missing both of his three-point attempts. Matus Hronsky added 13 points, hitting 3 of 6 from deep, while Maximus Edwards contributed 11 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 55.6% overall.</p><p>Duquesne's defense was on point, holding their opponent to just 54 points on 32% shooting from the field. The Dukes limited their opponent's three-point production, allowing just 2 made threes on 18 attempts for an 11% shooting percentage.</p> <p>Inside the arc, Duquesne's defense gave up 19 two-point baskets on 47 attempts, a 40% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 15 times, where they converted 10 shots for 66%.</p>

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