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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Phoenix versus the Raiders? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Nutter Center in Dayton, OH. The odds for this Horizon League conference game currently have Wright State as the -12.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 154.5 points.</p><h3>GREEN BAY PHOENIX VS WRIGHT STATE RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Green Bay Phoenix +12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Nutter Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GREEN BAY PHOENIX:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Raiders.</li><li>Even though we have Wright State winning straight-up, we like Green Bay at +12.5.</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>Is A Road Victory Likely for Underdog Green Bay?</h3><p>Green Bay's season struggles continued as they fell to 2-12 after an 83-67 home loss to Purdue Fort Wayne on Sunday. The Phoenix entered the game as +8.5 underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 44-24 at halftime, Green Bay showed some fight in the 2nd half, outscoring the Mastodons 43-39. However, the game’s total points of 150 fell short of the 158.5 O/U line.</p><p>Green Bay's offense was clicking in their last game, shooting 57.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 63.3%. They were particularly strong inside, hitting 75.9% of their two-point attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, connecting on just 30% of their threes.</p> <p>Quinton Morton-Robertson was perfect from three, hitting all four of his attempts and finishing with 16 points. Jalen Jackson added 15 points and 5 assists, and Preston Ruedinger contributed 12 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 assists, shooting 83.3% from the field.</p><p>Green Bay's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 83 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 57% from the field. Inside the arc, the Phoenix allowed 22 of 29 shots to fall, a 75% success rate for the opposition.</p> <p>From three-point range, Green Bay's defense held their opponent to 30% shooting, with 6 made threes on 20 attempts. The Phoenix also sent their opponent to the line 12 times, where they hit 5 free throws, shooting 41%. Green Bay gave up 5 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Wright State Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><h3>Wright State Raiders Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Raiders fell to 5-8 on the season after a 78-64 road loss to Cleveland State on Sunday. Wright State entered the game as +1.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Wright State trailed 37-25 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 39 points while allowing 41. The game’s total points of 142 fell just short of the 144.5 O/U line.</p><p>Wright State's offense struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 5 of 23 threes for a 21.7% rate. Overall, they shot 44.8% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 48.3%. Inside the arc, they were much more efficient, connecting on 60% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>Brandon Noel led the Raiders with 20 points, hitting 3 of 5 from three-point range. Jack Doumbia added 19 points, shooting 63.6% from the field, while Chase Robinson and Dylan Arnett both shot 66.7%, with Robinson contributing 16 points and 4 assists.</p><p>Despite Wright State's defensive efforts, they gave up 78 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 49% from the field. The Raiders couldn't contain the two-point shooting, as the other team went 19/39 for 48%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Wright State's defense allowed 9 threes on 18 attempts, a 50% success rate. They also sent the opponent to the line 19 times, where they hit 13 free throws at a 68% clip. Wright State gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Phoenix versus the Aggies? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on FloC. The game will be played at Corbett Sports Center in Greensboro, NC. In this Coastal Athletic Association matchup, Elon is favored bt -6.5 vs. North Carolina A&T. The over/under for the game is 152.5 points.</p><h3>ELON PHOENIX VS NORTH CAROLINA A&T AGGIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Carolina A&T Aggies +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Corbett Sports Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</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 +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Phoenix Defense Show Up in Greensboro?</h3><h3>Elon Phoenix Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Elon improved to 7-4 on the season with a 73-59 win over Marshall on Saturday, December 28th. The Phoenix were -5 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Elon led 37-28 at halftime and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring Marshall 36-31. The total points for the game ended up at 132, falling short of the O/U line of 144.5.</p><p>Elon's offense put up 73 points in their latest game, shooting 40.4% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.4%, and they hit 76% of their free throws, going 19-for-25 from the line.</p> <p>Nick Dorn and Mikal Dawson led the way, both playing 38 minutes. Dorn hit 6 threes, shooting 60% from deep and overall, finishing with 29 points. Dawson added 24 points, shooting 55.6% from three and overall, connecting on 5 threes. Sam Sherry contributed 17 points and 13 rebounds, hitting 2 of 3 from three-point range.</p><p>Elon Phoenix held their opponent to 59 points on 40% shooting from the field, as they went 23/57. Inside the arc, the opposition shot 45%, hitting 15 of their 33 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Elon’s defense limited their opponent to 8/24 shooting, or 33%. They also sent the opposition to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 19 attempts for 76%.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Underdog North Carolina A&T?</h3><p>The Aggies improved to 3-10 on the season with an 85-72 win over North Carolina Central on Saturday. Playing at home, North Carolina A&T entered the game as +1.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread with the win.</p> <p>North Carolina A&T led 46-39 at halftime and continued to control the game in the second half, outscoring the Eagles 39-33. The game’s total points of 157 narrowly exceeded the over/under line of 156.5.</p><p>Ryan Forrest led the Aggies with 30 points on 66.7% shooting, including 2-of-4 from deep, in their win. Landon Glasper added 25 points, hitting 5-of-12 from three, while Po'Boigh King contributed 21 points despite shooting just 35% overall and 25% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>North Carolina A&T shot 46.8% from the field and 38.5% from three, with an effective field goal percentage of 54.8%. They also connected on 17-of-24 free throws (70.8%) and grabbed 15 offensive rebounds, finishing with 18 assists as a team.</p><p>North Carolina A&T's defense gave up 72 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 46% from the field, including 52% on two-point attempts (19/36). They also allowed 10 threes on 26 attempts, a 38% shooting rate.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, their opponents hit 17 of 24 shots, making 70%. The Aggies also conceded 15 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Elon Phoenix vs North Carolina A&T Aggies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Two teams heading in opposite directions will meet in Milwaukee tonight as the Nets (12-21) have dropped three straight and are 14-point underdogs to the Bucks (17-14), who have won three in a row and are currently fifth in the Eastern Conference.</p>

<p>This Eastern Conference matchup will tip-off at 8:00 ET and can be seen on YES.</p><h3>BROOKLYN NETS VS MILWAUKEE BUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Bucks -14</p><p>This game will be played at Fiserv Forum at 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MILWAUKEE BUCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 142-95 in favor of the Bucks.</li><li>Our projections have Giannis Antetokounmpo finishing with 30 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bucks finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.7% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Nets?</h3><p>The Nets fell to 12-21 on the season after a 130-113 loss to the Raptors on Wednesday. Brooklyn entered the game as +1 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 243, well over the 218.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Brooklyn led 33-26 after the 1st quarter but allowed 39 points in the 2nd. Heading into the 4th quarter, the Nets were down 94-91, but a 10-0 run by the Raptors put the game out of reach, as Toronto outscored Brooklyn 36-22 in the final period.</p><p>In their loss to the Raptors, the Nets shot 48.3% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 29.7% of their threes, with 11 made in total. Cameron Johnson led the way with 24 points, connecting on 3 threes at a 60% rate, while D'Angelo Russell added 22 points and 8 assists, shooting 69.2% from the floor.</p> <p>Keon Johnson contributed 17 points, despite shooting 33.3% overall and 25% from three, making 3 triples. Nic Claxton chipped in 16 points, with 6 coming in the opening quarter.</p><p>The Nets struggled defensively on Wednesday, giving up 130 points to the Raptors. Their toughest stretch came in the 2nd quarter, where they allowed 39 points. Brooklyn also gave up 36 points in the 4th quarter.</p> <p>Overall, the Raptors shot 59% from the field, including 50% from three-point range, hitting 16 threes. The Nets sent Toronto to the line 13 times, where they made 10 free throws. Brooklyn finished with 28 defensive rebounds, 8 steals, and 2 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Bucks Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Bucks improved to 17-14 on the season with a 120-112 win over the Pacers on Tuesday. Milwaukee, favored by 2 points, covered the spread with the 8-point victory. The game’s total of 232 points narrowly exceeded the over/under line of 230.</p> <p>Milwaukee’s 12-0 run was key in the win, as they extended their lead from 83-66 to 95-66. After trailing 91-88 going into the 4th quarter, the Bucks outscored the Pacers 32-21 in the final period.</p><p>Giannis Antetokounmpo delivered 13 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters, finishing with 30 points, 12 rebounds, and 5 assists in the Bucks' win over the Pacers. Brook Lopez added 16 points, while Khris Middleton contributed 15 despite shooting 36.4% from the field.</p> <p>The Bucks shot 46.4% overall, hitting 12 threes at a 36.4% clip. Gary Trent and Bobby Portis each scored 14 points, with Trent adding 8 points in the 1st quarter and 6 more in the 4th.</p><p>The Bucks tightened up defensively in the 2nd half, allowing just 27 points in the 3rd quarter and 21 in the 4th, helping them secure a win over the Pacers. Overall, they gave up 112 points on 44% shooting.</p> <p>Milwaukee limited Indiana to 13 made threes on 35% shooting from deep. The Pacers also went 19/30 from the free-throw line. The Bucks finished with 38 defensive rebounds and 10 steals.</p>

Brooklyn Nets vs Milwaukee Bucks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

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Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs vs Charleston Southern Buccaneers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

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Longwood Lancers vs Presbyterian Blue Hose NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

USC Upstate Spartans vs Winthrop Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

Memphis Tigers vs Florida Atlantic Owls NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

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Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Indiana Hoosiers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

Purdue Boilermakers vs Minnesota Golden Gophers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

Illinois Fighting Illini vs Oregon Ducks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

Northwestern Wildcats vs Penn State Nittany Lions NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Lancers and Blue Hose face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The Blue Hose are hosting the game at Ross E. Templeton P.E. Center in Clinton, SC. In this Big South matchup, Longwood is favored bt -1.5 vs. Presbyterian. The over/under for the game is 142.5 points.</p><h3>LONGWOOD LANCERS VS PRESBYTERIAN BLUE HOSE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Presbyterian Blue Hose +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ross E. Templeton P.E. Center at 2:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PRESBYTERIAN BLUE HOSE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Blue Hose.</li><li>Not only will Presbyterian pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Lancers Deliver Being Favored on the Road?</h3><h3>Longwood Lancers Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Lancers fell to 8-4 on the season after a 98-82 road loss to SMU on Sunday, December 29th. Longwood came into the game as +18.5 point underdogs but managed to keep the game closer than expected.</p> <p>After trailing 45-43 at halftime, Longwood allowed 53 points in the 2nd half while scoring 39. The total points for the game reached 180, surpassing the O/U line of 153.5.</p><p>Longwood put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 47.2% from the field and 28.6% from beyond the arc. They connected on 51.7% of their two-point attempts and had an effective field goal percentage of 50%. The Lancers also grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 21 assists.</p> <p>Boopie Miller led the way with 24 points, hitting 6 of 7 shots and going 2 for 2 from three-point range. Yohan Traore and Elijah Tucker each added 20 points, with Traore also pulling down 11 rebounds. Matt Cross and Colby Garland chipped in 19 points apiece, with Garland handing out a team-high 11 assists.</p><p>Longwood's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 98 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 62% from the field. They had a tough time defending inside, as the other team made 70% of their two-point attempts, going 21/30.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Longwood allowed 10 threes on 20 attempts, a 50% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the line 31 times, where they hit 26 free throws at an 83% rate. Longwood gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Blue Hose Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Presbyterian Blue Hose Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Presbyterian's season record fell to 4-8 after a 69-59 loss to South Carolina on Monday. Despite being +18.5 point underdogs, the Blue Hose kept the game closer than expected. The total points for the game were 128, which was under the O/U line of 138.5.</p> <p>Presbyterian led 32-24 at halftime but struggled in the second half, scoring just 27 points while allowing 45. The Blue Hose will look to build on their strong first-half performance as they move forward in the season.</p><p>Presbyterian's offense put up 59 points in their last game, shooting 47.7% from the field and 50% from beyond the arc, hitting 5 of 10 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.5%, and they connected on 75% of their free throws, going 12 for 16 from the line.</p> <p>Kory Mincy led the way with 27 points and 4 assists, shooting 58.8% overall and 60% from three-point range (3/5). Collin Murray-Boyles added 22 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 60% from the field, while Nick Pringle contributed 14 points on 5 of 6 shooting.</p><p>Presbyterian's defense gave up 69 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 45% from the field. They allowed 17 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 48% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the opposing team went 5/13, hitting 38% of their threes. Presbyterian also sent them to the line 30 times, where they made 20 free throws, shooting 66%. The Blue Hose gave up 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>The Terrapins and Huskies are set to face off at 9:30 ET on BTN. The Huskies will host the game at Alaska Airlines Arena in Seattle, WA. Maryland is favored by -6.5 in this Big Ten conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 149.5 points.</p><h3>MARYLAND TERRAPINS VS WASHINGTON HUSKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Huskies +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Alaska Airlines Arena at 9:30 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON HUSKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Huskies.</li><li>Not only will Washington pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.5.</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 Maryland Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>Maryland improved to 11-2 on the season with an 81-66 win over Maryland Eastern Shore on Saturday. The Terrapins, who were heavy favorites at -42.5, didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 147, falling short of the 151.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Maryland led 40-24 at halftime, but the Hawks kept the second half close, with Maryland scoring 41 points and allowing 42.</p><p>Maryland put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 47.6% from the field. They connected on 55.6% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 18 threes (27.8%).</p> <p>Julian Reese led the way with 23 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 66.7% from the floor. Ketron Shaw added 20 points and 9 boards, while Derik Queen contributed 18 points and 14 rebounds.</p><p>Maryland's defense gave up 66 points in their latest game, with the opposing team shooting 47% from the field on 30 of 63 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 25 two-point baskets on 45 attempts, a 55% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Maryland held the other team to 5 of 18 shooting, or 27%. The opponent also went to the free-throw line 22 times, making 16 of those shots for a 72% success rate. Maryland gave up 15 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will Washington Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Washington Huskies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Washington improved to 8-4 on the season with a dominant 90-53 win over NJIT on Sunday. Playing at home, the Huskies entered the game as -25.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 143 went over the 137.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Washington led 46-26 at halftime and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring NJIT 44-27 to close out the game.</p><p>In their last game, the Huskies put up 90 points, shooting 55.7% from the field and 41.7% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 63.9%, with a two-point shooting percentage of 64.9%.</p> <p>Washington also shot 85.7% from the free-throw line and dished out 21 assists. Sebastian Robinson struggled, shooting just 22.7% overall, while Tim Moore Jr. hit 80% of his shots, and Great Osobor contributed 12 points on 71.4% shooting.</p><p>Despite Washington's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 53 points. The Huskies allowed 55% shooting from the field, with the other team hitting 34 of 61 shots.</p> <p>Washington's defense gave up 24 two-point baskets on 37 attempts (64%) and 10 threes on 24 attempts (41%). They also sent the other team to the line 14 times, where they made 12 free throws (85%).</p>

Maryland Terrapins vs Washington Huskies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Aggies and Roadrunners game? Catch the action at Icardo Center in Bakersfield, CA, as the Roadrunners hosts this showdown at 9:30 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this Big West conference contest is set at 134.5 points, with Bakersfield being favored by -1.5 at home against UC Davis.</p><h3>UC DAVIS AGGIES VS BAKERSFIELD ROADRUNNERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Bakersfield Roadrunners -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Icardo Center at 9:30 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BAKERSFIELD ROADRUNNERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Roadrunners.</li><li>Not only will Bakersfield pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Aggies Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>UC Davis dropped to 6-5 on the season after a lopsided 85-46 loss to Pepperdine on Saturday. The Aggies were +1 underdogs going into the game but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 131, falling short of the O/U line of 147.5.</p> <p>UC Davis found themselves in a deep hole early, trailing 43-19 at halftime. They managed to score 27 points in the second half but allowed 42 points to Pepperdine, preventing any chance of a comeback.</p><p>In their latest game, UC Davis struggled offensively, scoring just 46 points with a field goal percentage of 28%, including a 6.7% mark from three-point range (1/15). Their effective field goal percentage was also 28%, and they managed only 5 assists as a team.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Aggies shot 73.9% (17/23) and grabbed 9 offensive rebounds. Dovydas Butka led the way with 18 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 63.6% overall and hitting 2/2 from beyond the arc.</p><p>UC Davis struggled defensively, giving up 85 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 51% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed a 58% shooting rate, with the other team hitting 24 of 41 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, UC Davis's opponent shot 38%, making 8 of 21 attempts. The Aggies also sent them to the line 23 times, where they converted 13 free throws. UC Davis gave up 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will Bakersfield Live Up to Expectations at Home?</h3><p>The Roadrunners fell to 4-8 on the season after a 94-60 loss to North Dakota State on Monday. Bakersfield, who were +9.5 point underdogs heading into the game, failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 51-18 at halftime, the Roadrunners scored 42 points in the 2nd half but allowed 43. The total points for the game ended at 154, surpassing the over/under line of 138.5.</p><p>The Roadrunners managed just 60 points in their last game, shooting 42.6% from the field and 28.6% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.3%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, hitting only 47.6% of their attempts.</p> <p>Jacksen Moni and Jemel Jones each scored 28 points, with both shooting 57.1% from the field. Moni added 5 assists, while Noah Feddersen was perfect from three, hitting 2/2 and shooting 80% overall.</p><p>The Roadrunners struggled defensively, giving up 94 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 52% from the field. Inside the arc, Bakersfield's defense was particularly vulnerable, as they allowed 70% shooting on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Roadrunners gave up 10 threes on 27 attempts, a 37% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 35 times, where they converted 30 of those attempts, an 85% success rate.</p>

UC Davis Aggies vs Bakersfield Roadrunners NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Screaming Eagles and Golden Eagles. The game is starting at 8:30 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Golden Eagles at Hooper Eblen Center in Cookeville, TN. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Ohio Valley conference game currently have Tennessee Tech as the -2.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 146.5 points.</p><h3>SOUTHERN INDIANA SCREAMING EAGLES VS TENNESSEE TECH GOLDEN EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hooper Eblen Center at 8:30 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TENNESSEE TECH GOLDEN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 92-59 in favor of the Golden Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Tennessee Tech pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 151 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Screaming Eagles Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Southern Indiana fell to 4-7 on the season after a narrow 70-68 loss to Morehead State on Tuesday. The Screaming Eagles, who were slight favorites at -1, failed to cover the spread in this home game.</p> <p>Southern Indiana trailed 33-29 at halftime but outscored Morehead State 39-37 in the second half. The game’s total points of 138 just missed the over/under line of 138.5.</p><p>Southern Indiana's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 42.9% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.4%, with struggles from beyond the arc, hitting just 3 of 13 attempts for 23.1%. At the free-throw line, they connected on 17 of 25 attempts, good for 68%.</p> <p>Damoni Harrison led the way with 24 points, shooting 61.5% from the field, while Kenny White Jr. added 23 points, hitting 66.7% of his shots. Braxton Jones contributed 20 points, though he made just 2 of 7 from three-point range. As a team, Southern Indiana finished with only 6 assists and 9 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Southern Indiana's defense gave up 70 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 42% from the field on 24 of 56 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 21 of 43 shooting, which is 48%.</p> <p>From three-point range, Southern Indiana held their opponents to just 3 made threes on 13 attempts, a 23% shooting performance. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 17 for 68%. Southern Indiana gave up 9 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Golden Eagles Secure a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Tennessee Tech improved to 4-7 on the season with a 79-73 win over Lindenwood on Thursday. The Golden Eagles were +3 underdogs going into the game but managed to cover the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Tech led 42-39 at halftime and outscored Lindenwood 37-34 in the second half. The total points for the game were 152, surpassing the O/U line of 145.5.</p><p>Tennessee Tech's offense put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 45.8% from the field. They connected on 11 of 24 three-point attempts, also at a 45.8% rate, leading to an effective field goal percentage of 54.2%. At the free-throw line, they hit 82.4%, going 14 for 17.</p> <p>Jaylon Johnson led the way with 22 points and 7 assists, shooting 53.8% overall. Reggie Bass matched him at 53.8% shooting, adding 19 points. Matthew Sells was efficient from deep, hitting 4 of 5 threes and finishing with 12 points.</p><p>Even with Tennessee Tech giving up 73 points, their defense held strong from beyond the arc, limiting their opponent to just 16% shooting on 3/18 from three-point range. However, the Golden Eagles struggled to contain two-point attempts, allowing 54% shooting on 28/51 from inside the arc.</p> <p>Tennessee Tech also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 8 attempts, shooting 50% from the stripe. The Golden Eagles gave up 15 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles vs Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Betting on today's Tigers and Seahawks game? Catch the action at Trask Coliseum in Wilmington, NC, as the Seahawks hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on FloC. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 137.5 points, and UNCW is favored by -5.5 to win at home against Towson.</p><h3>TOWSON TIGERS VS UNCW SEAHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UNCW Seahawks -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Trask Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UNCW SEAHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Seahawks.</li><li>Not only will UNCW pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Tigers Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><h3>Towson Tigers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Towson improved to 4-8 on the season with a 70-65 win over Bryant on Sunday, December 22nd. The Tigers were favored by 4 points going into the game and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Towson led 33-28 at halftime and matched Bryant's 37 points in the 2nd half. The total points for the game were 135, which was under the O/U line of 145.5.</p><p>Towson's offense put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 40.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.8%, with a tough night from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 24 threes (20.8%). Inside the arc, they were more efficient, connecting on 52.5% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>Earl Timberlake led the way with 23 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 47.6% overall. Barry Evans and Tyler Tejada each added 18 points, with Evans hitting 3 of 7 from deep. Towson also grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 10 assists, with Timberlake contributing 4 of those.</p><p>Despite giving up 14 offensive rebounds, Towson held their opponent to 65 points on 40% shooting from the field. The Tigers allowed 52% shooting on two-pointers, with the other team making 21 of 40 attempts.</p> <p>Towson's defense shined on the perimeter, limiting their opponent to just 5 made threes on 24 attempts, a 20% shooting performance. From the free-throw line, the other team went 13/17, shooting 76%.</p><h3>Can The Seahawks Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>UNCW improved to 8-3 on the season with an 85-74 win over UNC Asheville on Saturday. Playing at home, the Seahawks entered the game as -6.5 favorites and covered the spread. The total points for the game reached 159, surpassing the over/under line of 150.5.</p> <p>UNCW took control early, leading 44-30 at halftime. While they scored 41 points in the second half, they allowed 44 points to the Bulldogs, making the game closer than the first half suggested.</p><p>UNCW's offense put up 85 points in their last game, 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, hitting 8 of 21 from deep, and were solid from the free-throw line, making 21 of 28 for 75%.</p> <p>Jordan Marsh led the way with 23 points and 7 assists, while Nolan Hodge added 21 points, shooting 66.7% from the floor. Donovan Newby contributed 20 points, hitting 3 of 5 from beyond the arc, and Kameron Taylor was efficient, shooting 80% from the field for 18 points in 24 minutes.</p><p>UNCW's defense gave up 74 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 48% from the field, hitting 28 of 58 shots. Inside the arc, they allowed 54% shooting, as the other team made 20 of 37 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, UNCW's defense saw their opponents connect on 8 of 21 shots, good for 38%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 28 times, where they made 21 free throws, shooting 75%. UNCW allowed 15 offensive rebounds.</p>

Towson Tigers vs UNCW Seahawks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Hatters and Royals game? Catch the action at Curry Arena in Charlotte, NC, as the Royals hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 155.5 points, and Queens (NC) is favored by -8.5 vs. Stetson in a Atlantic Sun conference matchup.</p><h3>STETSON HATTERS VS QUEENS (NC) ROYALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Stetson Hatters +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Curry Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE STETSON HATTERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 82-66 in favor of the Hatters.</li><li>Not only will Stetson pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 155.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Hatters Win in Charlotte?</h3><p>Stetson's season continued its rough start with an 85-45 loss to Florida on Sunday, dropping the Hatters to 0-11. Despite being +39 point underdogs, they failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 46-27 at halftime, Stetson managed just 18 points in the 2nd half while allowing 39. The combined score of 130 points came in well under the O/U line of 160.5.</p><p>Stetson's offense struggled mightily in their last game, managing just 45 points on 26.5% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was a mere 29.4%, and they hit only 3 of 24 attempts from beyond the arc, finishing with a 12.5% three-point shooting percentage.</p> <p>Alijah Martin and Will Richard were the bright spots, with Martin scoring 18 points and Richard adding 17 on 72.7% shooting. Walter Clayton Jr. also contributed 12 points, hitting 80% of his shots and 66.7% from three-point range.</p><p>Stetson's defense struggled, giving up 85 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed 35 made field goals on 69 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Hatters gave up 26 two-point baskets on 44 attempts, a 59% success rate for their opponent.</p><h3>Will the Royals Win at Curry Arena?</h3><h3>Queens (NC) Royals Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Queens (NC) fell to 5-6 on the season after an 80-62 loss to Ole Miss on Saturday, December 21st. The Royals were significant underdogs at +27.5 but managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Trailing 38-33 at halftime, Queens was outscored 42-29 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 142 fell short of the 152 O/U line.</p><p>In their latest game, the Queens (NC) Royals put up 62 points, shooting 45.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.9%. They hit 60% of their two-point attempts and connected on 35.5% from beyond the arc, making 11 threes on 31 attempts. Their free-throw shooting was a struggle, as they hit just 5 of 11, or 45.5%.</p> <p>Sean Pedulla led the way with 25 points, shooting 64.3% overall, though he was just 1 of 4 from three. Maban Jabriel added 15 points, hitting 5 threes at a 50% clip. The Royals dished out 19 assists and grabbed 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Queens (NC) gave up 80 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 47% from the field, hitting 31 of 65 shots. Inside the arc, the Royals allowed 63% shooting, as the opponent connected on 24 of 38 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the three-point line, Queens (NC) held the opposition to 25% shooting, as they made just 7 of 27 attempts. The Royals also sent the other team to the free-throw line 14 times, where they converted 11 shots for 78%.</p>

Stetson Hatters vs Queens (NC) Royals NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Panthers and Golden Grizzlies game? Catch the action at Athletics Center O'rena in Rochester, MI, as the Golden Grizzlies hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this game is set at 146.5 points, and Oakland is favored by -1.5 vs. Milwaukee in a Horizon League conference matchup.</p><h3>MILWAUKEE PANTHERS VS OAKLAND GOLDEN GRIZZLIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oakland Golden Grizzlies -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Athletics Center O'rena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OAKLAND GOLDEN GRIZZLIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Golden Grizzlies.</li><li>Not only will Oakland pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Milwaukee Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><h3>Milwaukee Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Milwaukee improved to 8-4 on the season with an 88-81 win over the Jaguars on Sunday. The Panthers were -16.5 favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 169 exceeded the O/U line of 148.5.</p> <p>Milwaukee and IUPUI were tied at 35 after the first half. The Panthers scored 53 points in the 2nd half while allowing 46 to pull away for the win.</p><p>The Panthers put up 88 points in their last game, shooting 53.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.7%. They were strong inside, hitting 62.2% of their two-point attempts, while going 5-for-15 from three-point range (33.3%). At the free-throw line, they connected on 27 of 37 attempts, good for 73%.</p> <p>Themus Fulks led the way with 26 points and 5 assists, shooting 60% from the field. Sean Craig added 22 points and 8 rebounds, hitting 66.7% of his shots, including 2-of-3 from beyond the arc. Kentrell Pullian contributed 20 points, knocking down 4-of-7 threes, and Paul Zilinskas chipped in 21 points, despite shooting just 2-of-8 from deep.</p><p>Milwaukee's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 81 points on 53% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to connect on 62% of their two-point attempts, with 23 makes on 37 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Milwaukee's defense held their opponent to 33% shooting, with just 5 made threes on 15 attempts. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 37 times, where they converted 27 for 73%. Milwaukee also gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Golden Grizzlies Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><p>Oakland’s season continued to be a struggle as they fell to 3-10 after a 92-62 loss to Arkansas on Monday. The Golden Grizzlies were +16.5 point underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 154, surpassing the O/U line of 139.5.</p> <p>Oakland kept things close in the first half, trailing just 42-39 at the break. However, they managed only 23 points in the second half while allowing 50 points, leading to the lopsided final score.</p><p>Oakland's offense struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, shooting just 11.8% on 2-of-17 three-point attempts. Their overall field goal percentage was 40%, with an effective field goal percentage of 41.7%. Inside the arc, they connected on 51.2% of their two-point shots, going 22-for-43.</p> <p>Adou Thiero and Boogie Fland each contributed 22 points, with Thiero adding 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Fland hit 5-of-8 threes, shooting 53.3% overall. Buru Naivalurua added 18 points and 9 rebounds, while Karter Knox and Allen Mukeba each scored 17 points, with Knox hitting 3-of-5 threes.</p><p>Oakland struggled defensively, giving up 92 points on 60% shooting from the field. Their opponents were particularly effective inside, hitting 69% of their two-point attempts (25/36).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Oakland allowed 10 threes on 45% shooting. They also sent their opponents to the line 14 times, where they converted 85% of their free throws.</p>

Milwaukee Panthers vs Oakland Golden Grizzlies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Wildcats and Nittany Lions game? Catch the action at Bryce Jordan Center in University Park, PA, as the Nittany Lions hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on PEAC. The odds for this Big Ten conference game currently have Penn State as the -5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 144.5 points.</p><h3>NORTHWESTERN WILDCATS VS PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Penn State Nittany Lions -5</p><p>This game will be played at Bryce Jordan Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</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 -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 the Northwestern Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><p>Northwestern improved to 10-3 on the season with an 85-60 home win over Northeastern on Sunday. The Wildcats, who entered the game as 14-point favorites, covered the spread, and the total points of 145 went over the pre-game line of 137.5.</p> <p>After leading just 35-33 at halftime, Northwestern dominated the second half, scoring 50 points while holding Northeastern to 27.</p><p>Northwestern's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 85 points on 53.6% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 60.7%, thanks in part to their 67.7% shooting on two-point attempts. From beyond the arc, they hit 9 of 25 threes, shooting 36%, and they connected on 72.7% of their free throws, going 16 for 22 from the line.</p> <p>Ty Berry led the way with 23 points, hitting 5 of 7 threes and shooting 8 for 10 overall. Brooks Barnhizer added 22 points and 10 rebounds, while LA Pratt contributed 18 points and 7 boards. Masai Troutman was also a key contributor, hitting 4 of 5 threes and finishing with 17 points.</p><p>Northwestern's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 60 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 53% from the field. The Wildcats had particular difficulty defending inside, as the other team connected on 67% of their two-point attempts, going 21/31.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Northwestern's defense allowed 9 threes on 25 attempts, a 36% shooting rate. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 16 free throws, hitting 72%. The Wildcats gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Do the Nittany Lions Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Penn State improved to 11-2 on the season with an 86-66 win over Penn on Sunday. The Nittany Lions were -26 favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>Leading 34-31 at halftime, Penn State pulled away by scoring 52 points in the 2nd half while allowing 35. The total points for the game were 152, just under the O/U line of 152.5.</p><p>Penn State put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 45.5% from the field. Their three-point shooting was a struggle, hitting just 4 of 18 attempts for 22.2%, but they excelled at the free-throw line, making 22 of 26 for 84.6%.</p> <p>Michael Zanoni led the way with 27 points, connecting on 7 of 12 threes. Ace Baldwin contributed 23 points and 10 assists, while Yanic Konan Niederhauser added 19 points and 15 rebounds.</p><p>Despite giving up 66 points, Penn State's defense held their opponent to just 4 made threes on 18 attempts, a 22% shooting performance from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Nittany Lions sent their opponent to the line 26 times, where they converted 22 free throws, shooting 84% from the stripe. Penn State also allowed 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Runnin' Bulldogs and Buccaneers. The game is starting at 1:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Buccaneers at Buccaneer Fieldhouse in Charleston, SC. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 152.5 points, and Charleston Southern is favored by -1.5 to win at home against Gardner-Webb.</p><h3>GARDNER-WEBB RUNNIN' BULLDOGS VS CHARLESTON SOUTHERN BUCCANEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charleston Southern Buccaneers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Buccaneer Fieldhouse at 1:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLESTON SOUTHERN BUCCANEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Buccaneers.</li><li>Not only will Charleston Southern pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 152.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Runnin' Bulldogs Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><h3>Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Gardner-Webb improved to 5-8 on the season with an 84-79 road win over East Carolina on Saturday. The Runnin' Bulldogs entered the game as +10.5 point underdogs.</p> 

<p>After trailing 37-35 at halftime, Gardner-Webb scored 49 points in the 2nd half while allowing 42. The total points for the game reached 163, surpassing the O/U line of 144.5.</p><p>Gardner-Webb's offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, putting up 84 points while shooting 51.7% from the field. They connected on 55.6% of their three-point attempts, going 10-for-18 from deep, and posted an effective field goal percentage of 60.3%.</p> <p>Darryl Simmons II led the way with 29 points, hitting 5-of-6 from beyond the arc and shooting 75% overall. Isaiah Richards also had an efficient night, shooting 75% from the field and grabbing 13 rebounds.</p><p>Gardner-Webb's defense gave up 79 points in their last game, with the opponent shooting 39% from the field on 25 of 64 attempts. Inside the arc, the opponent hit 46% of their shots, going 18 for 39.</p> <p>From three-point range, Gardner-Webb held the opponent to 28% shooting, with 7 made threes on 25 attempts. The opponent also went to the free-throw line 36 times, making 22 for 61%. Gardner-Webb allowed 14 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Buccaneers Hold Strong at Home?</h3><h3>Charleston Southern Buccaneers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Charleston Southern dropped to 2-11 on the season after an 81-65 loss to Georgia on Sunday, December 22nd. The Buccaneers were +28.5 point underdogs going into the game, but they managed to keep the final score closer than expected.</p> 

<p>After trailing 37-26 at halftime, Charleston Southern put up 39 points in the 2nd half but allowed 44. The total points for the game ended at 146, just under the 146.5 O/U line.</p><p>Charleston Southern's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 39.7% from the field and 34.8% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.6%, and they connected on 68.8% of their free throws, going 11-for-16 from the line.</p> <p>Taje' Kelly played all 40 minutes, scoring 29 points and grabbing 10 rebounds, while De'Shayne Montgomery added 22 points on 9-of-13 shooting in just 22 minutes. Dakota Leffew contributed 19 points, hitting 3-of-5 from deep, and Asa Newell finished with 14 points and 7 rebounds.</p><p>Charleston Southern's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 81 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 50% from the field. The Buccaneers couldn't contain the two-point shots, with their opponents hitting 51% on 23/45 shooting.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Charleston Southern allowed 9 threes on 18 attempts, a 50% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 14 times, where they converted 8. The Buccaneers gave up 13 offensive rebounds as well.</p>

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<p>The Rams and Bears are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bears will host the game at Pizzitola Sports Center in Providence, RI. Rhode Island is favored by -4.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 150 points.</p><h3>RHODE ISLAND RAMS VS BROWN BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Brown Bears +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Pizzitola Sports Center at 7:00 ET on Tuesday, December 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BROWN BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Bears.</li><li>Not only will Brown pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Rams Pull Off a Win at Providence?</h3><h3>Rhode Island Rams Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Rhode Island improved to 8-0 on the season with a 69-63 win over Providence on Saturday. The Rams, who were +2 underdogs, not only won but also covered the spread. The game’s total points of 132 fell short of the 146.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Rhode Island turned the game around in the 2nd half, outscoring Providence 41-28 after trailing 35-28 at halftime. Their defense stepped up, allowing just 28 points in the 2nd half.</p><p>Rhode Island put up 69 points in their last game, shooting 42.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 45.9%. They connected on 33.3% of their three-point attempts, going 5-for-15, and hit 45.7% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>Sebastian Thomas led the way, hitting 3-of-5 from deep and finishing with 19 points and 4 assists. Jaden House and Bensley Joseph each added 16 points, with Joseph also shooting 53.8% from the field.</p><p>Rhode Island's defense held their opponent to 63 points, allowing them to shoot 42% from the field on 26 of 61 attempts. Inside the arc, the Rams gave up 21 two-pointers on 46 attempts, a 45% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Rhode Island's defense limited the damage, with the opponent hitting just 5 of 15 threes, a 33% success rate. The Rams also sent them to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 12, shooting 63%.</p><h3>Can the Bears Please their Home Crowd?</h3><h3>Brown Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Brown improved to 6-3 on the season with a 76-75 win over Bryant on Friday. The Bears were +6 underdogs going into the game and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>Brown trailed 40-36 at halftime but turned things around in the second half, outscoring Bryant 40-35. The game’s total points of 151 fell just under the O/U line of 154.</p><p>In their latest game, the Brown Bears put up 76 points, shooting 49.2% from the field and 40% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.2%, with a free-throw shooting percentage of 70.6% (12/17).</p> <p>Kino Lilly Jr. led the way with 23 points, hitting 3 of 7 from three-point range. Rafael Pinzon added 22 points, while Landon Lewis contributed 21 points, shooting 75% from the field.</p><p>Brown's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 75 points on 50% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to connect on 24 of 43 two-point attempts, a 55% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Brown's defense held their opponent to 35% shooting, with 5 made threes on 14 attempts. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 20 times, where they hit 12 free throws, shooting 60%. Brown gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

Rhode Island Rams vs Brown Bears NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/10/24

<p>Betting on today's Hurricanes and Panthers game? Catch the action at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, FL, as the Panthers hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. This Eastern conference matchup has an over/under of 6 goals, and the Panthers are favored by -1.5 goals vs. the Hurricanes.</p><h3>CAROLINA HURRICANES VS FLORIDA PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Florida Panthers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Amerant Bank Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FLORIDA PANTHERS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Panthers picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Panthers on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Hurricanes (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Do the Hurricanes Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Carolina improved to 22-14-2 with a 4-2 win over the Capitals. The Hurricanes covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total line of 6 goals resulted in a push.</p> 

<p>The Hurricanes scored first, but the Capitals responded with two goals in the first period. Carolina tied it up in the second period and added two more goals, including an empty netter, to secure the victory.</p><p>Dmitry Orlov led the Hurricanes with two goals in their 4-2 win over the Capitals, scoring his third goal of the season. Martin Necas added his sixth goal and picked up two assists, bringing his assist total to 12. Andrei Svechnikov closed out the scoring with his sixth goal, an empty-netter with just nine seconds left.</p> <p>Carolina fired 45 shots on goal but went scoreless on power plays. They had 14 giveaways and scored once in the first period, twice in the second, and added a final goal in the third.</p><p>Carolina's defense struggled late in the first period, allowing two goals in the final minute, but they tightened up afterward, shutting out the Capitals in the second and third periods. Pyotr Kochetkov made 19 saves with a 90.5% save percentage, while the defense recorded 7 takeaways and 10 hits.</p><h3>Can the Panthers Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Stars, the Panthers moved to 23-13-2 this season. Florida covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals fell just short of the 6.5 goal line.</p> 

<p>Four different players scored for the Panthers, who took the lead at 5:15 in the first period. After the Stars tied it up in the second, Florida pulled ahead with two more goals in the third, including an empty-netter at the 19:00 mark.</p><p>Four different Panthers found the net in their 4-2 win over Dallas, including A.J. Greer, who scored his first goal of the season. Sam Reinhart added his 10th goal on an empty net with one minute left. Matthew Tkachuk picked up his third goal, while Evan Rodrigues opened the scoring for the Panthers in the first period.</p> <p>Carolina took 25 shots on goal and recorded 16 giveaways. The Panthers scored their second goal on a power play, with Aleksander Barkov earning his sixth assist of the season.</p><p>Spencer Knight made 23 saves with a 92% save percentage, helping secure the win for the Panthers. Defensively, Florida had 8 takeaways and 22 hits. After allowing two goals in the 2nd period, they kept the Stars scoreless in the 3rd.</p>

Carolina Hurricanes vs Florida Panthers Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Trojans versus the Mountaineers? Tip off is at at 6:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Holmes Convocation Center in Boone, NC. Troy is favored by -2.5 in this Sun Belt conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 134.5 points.</p><h3>TROY TROJANS VS APPALACHIAN STATE MOUNTAINEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Appalachian State Mountaineers +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Holmes Convocation Center at 6:30 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE APPALACHIAN STATE MOUNTAINEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Mountaineers.</li><li>Not only will Appalachian State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 134.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Troy Live Up to Expectations on the Road?</h3><h3>Troy Trojans Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Troy improved to 6-4 on the season with a 77-57 home win over Georgia State on Saturday, December 21st. The Trojans entered the game as -11.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 134 fell short of the 147.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Troy took control early, leading 39-25 at halftime, and maintained their advantage in the 2nd half, outscoring the Panthers 38-32.</p><p>Troy put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 43.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50%. They hit 52.8% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from deep, making just 29.2% on 7-of-24 shooting from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they connected on 72%, going 18-of-25.</p> <p>Myles Rigsby led the way with 22 points, hitting 3-of-5 from three and shooting 60% overall. Jelani Hamilton added 18 points, knocking down 5-of-11 from three-point range. Tayton Conerway contributed 13 points and 5 assists, shooting 71.4% from the field.</p><p>Despite giving up 57 points, Troy's defense allowed the opposing team to shoot 43% from the field, with 19 of those baskets coming from two-point range at a 52% clip.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Trojans held their opponent to 29% shooting, as they made 7 of 24 three-point attempts. Troy also sent them to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 18 for 72%. The Trojans gave up 17 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Mountaineers?</h3><h3>Appalachian State Mountaineers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Mountaineers dropped to 4-6 on the season after a 68-64 road loss to North Texas on Friday, December 20th. Despite the loss, Appalachian State covered the spread as +11.5 underdogs.</p> 

<p>Appalachian State trailed 33-28 at halftime but outscored North Texas 36-35 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 132 went over the pre-game line of 123.5.</p><p>Appalachian State's offense shot 52.4% from the field in their last game, with an effective field goal percentage of 61.9%. They hit 65.2% of their two-point attempts and 36.8% from beyond the arc, while also making 81.2% of their free throws.</p> <p>Myles Tate led the way with 21 points, shooting 50% from three-point range (4/8) and adding 5 assists. Brenen Lorient was nearly perfect, hitting 6 of 7 shots, including his only three-point attempt, and finishing with 17 points and 5 rebounds.</p><p>Appalachian State's defense gave up 68 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 50% from the field. They allowed 19 two-point baskets on 28 attempts, a 67% shooting rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Appalachian State held the other team to 5 made threes on 20 attempts, a 25% success rate. The opposing team also went 15/19 from the free-throw line, shooting 78%. Appalachian State gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p>

Troy Trojans vs Appalachian State Mountaineers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

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.
<h2 id="h-where-to-bet-on-the-nhl" class="wp-block-heading">WHERE TO BET ON THE NHL</h2>
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

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Bisons and Dolphins. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Dolphins at Swisher Gymnasium in Jacksonville, FL. Get ready to place your bets! Lipscomb is favored by -5.5 in this Atlantic Sun conference contest against Jacksonville. The game's over/under currently sits at 140.5 points.</p><h3>LIPSCOMB BISONS VS JACKSONVILLE DOLPHINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Jacksonville Dolphins +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Swisher Gymnasium at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE JACKSONVILLE DOLPHINS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Dolphins.</li><li>Not only will Jacksonville pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Bisons Secure A Victory as Road Favorites?</h3><p>Lipscomb fell to 6-5 on the season after a narrow 67-65 loss to Middle Tennessee on Thursday. The Bisons were +2.5 point underdogs going into the game and managed to cover the spread, but couldn’t pull off the win. The total points for the game ended at 132, well below the O/U line of 148.5.</p> <p>Lipscomb trailed 37-30 at halftime but tightened up defensively in the second half, allowing just 30 points while scoring 35 of their own. Despite the improved effort after the break, they came up just short in the end.</p><p>Lipscomb's offense put up 65 points in their last game, shooting 46.2% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, largely thanks to their 58.8% shooting on two-point attempts. However, they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 18 threes for a 22.2% rate.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Bisons connected on 13 of 17 attempts, shooting 76.5%. They only managed 3 offensive rebounds and finished with 12 assists. Jacob Ognacevic led the way with 32 points, shooting 66.7% overall and 33.3% from three.</p><p>Despite giving up 19 offensive rebounds, the Bisons held their opponent to 67 points on 38% shooting from the field. Lipscomb limited their opponent's two-point shooting to 42%, with 18 makes on 42 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Lipscomb's defense allowed just 6 threes on 21 attempts, a 28% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 13, shooting 59%.</p><h3>Will Jacksonville Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Jacksonville Dolphins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Jacksonville fell to 4-6 on the season after an 86-66 road loss to UCF on Saturday, December 21st. The Dolphins entered the game as +13.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Jacksonville trailed 47-29 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, scoring 37 points while allowing 39. The total points for the game ended at 152, going over the pre-game line of 142.5.</p><p>Jacksonville's offense put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 41.1% from the field and 30% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.4%, and they hit 77.8% from the free-throw line, going 14-for-18.</p> <p>Keyshawn Hall led the way with 21 points and 4 assists, shooting 71.4% overall. Jordan Ivy-Curry added 19 points, hitting 5 of 9 threes, while Robert McCray contributed 18 points and 4 assists, shooting 58.3% from the field.</p><p>Jacksonville's defense struggled, giving up 86 points on 58% shooting from the field. They allowed 27 made field goals on 46 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Jacksonville gave up 10 threes on 17 attempts, also at a 58% clip. They sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 22 for 88%.</p>

Lipscomb Bisons vs Jacksonville Dolphins NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

J.T. Miller, Elias Pettersson, and the Vancouver Canucks will face off against Tomas Tatar, Phillip Danault, and the Montreal Canadiens at Bell Centre in a cross-country showdown. The match will get started at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, February 25, and it can be watched live on Sportsnet Pacific.
<h2>Vancouver Canucks at Montreal Canadiens Odds</h2>
Vancouver is 33-28 straight up (SU) and has netted moneyline bettors 4.7 units this season. Through 61 regular season matches, 33 of its games have gone over the total, while 25 have gone under and just three have pushed. This 2019-20 Canucks team is 13-17 SU on the road.

Vancouver has converted on 23.0 percent of its power play chances this season, a mark that places them in the top-10 among NHL teams. On the other hand, its penalty kill is ranked 18th overall, and it's successfully killed off 80.1 percent of all penalties..

Sporting a .918 save percentage and 30.3 saves per game, Jacob Markstrom (23-20-4) has been the top option in goal for Vancouver this year. If it decides to rest him, however, the team may turn to Thatcher Demko (11-9-2), who has a .905 save percentage and 3.03 goals against average this year.

On the other side of the ice, Montreal is 29-35 straight up (SU) and has lost 13.8 units for moneyline bettors this year. 33 of its matches have gone under the total, while 28 have gone over and just three have pushed. It's 13-20 SU as the home team this season.

The Canadiens have converted on just 19.3 percent of their power play opportunities this season, a figure that's right around league average. On the other hand, its penalty kill is ranked 19th overall, and it's successfully killed off 79.5 percent of all penalties.

Carey Price has stopped 27.6 shots per game as the primary netminder in goal for the Canadiens. Price has 26 wins, 27 losses, and five overtime losses and has maintained a pedestrian 2.71 goals against average and a .912 save percentage this season.
<h3>Vancouver Canucks vs. Montreal Canadiens Betting Picks</h3>
<a href="http://bangthebook.com/nhl-betting-trends-of-the-day/">NHL Prediction:</a> SU Winner – Canadiens, O/U – Over
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The Canadiens are 8-10 when the team serves fewer penalty minutes than their opponent and 21-25 in games where they serve fewer than 10 total penalty minutes.

Two of Vancouver's last ten games have gone to a shootout. The team is 0-2 in those games and 3-3 overall in shootouts this season.

Vancouver skaters have averaged 9.8 giveaways over its last five home games, a rise over its season average of 8.1 giveaways per game (ranked seventh).

Montreal skaters have averaged 18.2 giveaways over its last five home games, a rise over its season average of 12.1 giveaways per game (ranked 27th).

The Canadiens this season have handed the sixth-most hits in the NHL (26.6 per game).

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Vancouver Canucks vs. Montreal Canadiens Free Pick 2/25/20

<p>The Broncos and Spartans are set to face off at 10:00 ET on NBCS. The Spartans will host the game at Provident Credit Union Event Center in San Jose, CA. The Broncos are the favored team in this non-conference contest against the Spartans. The game's over/under currently sits at 147 points.</p><h3>SANTA CLARA BRONCOS VS SAN JOSE STATE SPARTANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Jose State Spartans +2</p><p>This game will be played at Provident Credit Union Event Center at 10:00 ET on Wednesday, December 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN JOSE STATE SPARTANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-67 in favor of the Spartans.</li><li>Not only will San Jose State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Broncos Chances in San Jose</h3><p>Today, Santa Clara will face off against San Jose State in their 13th game of the season. So far this year, they have an 8-4 record. When playing on the road, Santa Clara has a 2-1 record, while they are 4-1 when playing at home. Santa Clara has a sub-.500 ATS record at 3-5. When playing away games, Santa Clara has a positive ATS record at 2-1 this season and 6-4 in their previous ten road games.</p><p>Through 12 games, Santa Clara has an over/under record of 2-6-0 with their games averaging a combined 140.8 points per game so far. The Broncos' last five games have culminated with an average of 158 points per game and an over/under record of 3-1.</p><p>The Santa Clara offense is coming off a game in which they scored 69 points vs. Washington State. Overall their field goal percentage was 41.1% while connecting on 6 threes. Currently leading the team in scoring is Adama Bal who comes into today's matchup averaging 15.6. Carlos Marshall Jr also heads into the game with a PPG average of 13.7.</p><p>At this time, the Broncos' defense is positioned 195th in the country, permitting 73.2 points per game. The Santa Clara defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 61 points and allowed Washington State to connect on 7 threes.</p><h3>Can The Spartans Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>In today's game against Santa Clara, the San Jose State team comes in with a 6-6 overall record. In their last ten games played at home, including last year, San Jose State has a 7-3 record. Against the spread, San Jose State has a 4-4 record thus far. In home games, they are 2-1 vs. the spread this season and 4-4 ATS in their last ten home games.</p><p>San Jose State comes in with an over/under record of 5-3-0 through 12 games, with their games averaging a combined 138.4 points per game so far. The Spartans' last five games have finished with a combined 156 points per game and an over/under record of 4-1.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the San Jose State offense ended with 78 points against North Dakota State. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 44.9% and made 5 threes. The San Jose State offense has been looking to get up shots from outside so far this season, averaging 25.1 three-point attempts per contest. Overall, they have connected on 35% of their looks from outside this season.</p><p>At present, the Spartans' defense is nationally ranked 122nd, allowing 69.4 points per game. So far, the San Jose State defense is giving up an average of 7.9 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 10.6 times per game (452nd).</p>

Santa Clara Broncos vs San Jose State Spartans Betting Pick & Prediction 12/20/23

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