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<p>The Bison and Mountain Hawks are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Mountain Hawks will host the game at Stabler Arena in Bethlehem, PA. The odds for this Patriot League conference game currently have Lehigh as the -2.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 137.5 points.</p><h3>BUCKNELL BISON VS LEHIGH MOUNTAIN HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Lehigh Mountain Hawks -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stabler Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LEHIGH MOUNTAIN HAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Mountain Hawks.</li><li>Not only will Lehigh pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Are Bucknell Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>Bucknell Bison Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bison fell to 4-9 on the season after a 75-63 road loss to Syracuse on Saturday. Bucknell entered the game as +12.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 43-31 at halftime, the Bison played the Orange evenly in the second half, with both teams scoring 32 points. The total points for the game were 138, falling short of the 147.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their last game, the Bison managed just 63 points, shooting 38.2% from the field. They hit 34.5% from beyond the arc, making 10 of 29 attempts, and shot 42.3% on two-pointers.</p> <p>Josh Bascoe led the way with 22 points, hitting 6 of 11 threes. Eddie Lampkin was efficient inside, shooting 7 of 8 and grabbing 11 rebounds. Jaquan Carlos added 9 assists in the game.</p><p>Despite giving up 75 points, Bucknell's defense managed to hold their opponent to just 7 threes on 23 attempts, a 30% shooting performance from beyond the arc.</p> <p>However, the Bison struggled to contain their opponent inside, allowing them to shoot 58% on two-point attempts, with 20 makes on 34 tries.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for Lehigh?</h3><h3>Lehigh Mountain Hawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Mountain Hawks improved to 3-6 on the season with a narrow 60-59 road win over the Sharks on Saturday, December 21st. Despite being -5.5 favorites, Lehigh didn’t cover the spread, and the game’s total points of 119 fell well short of the 143.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Lehigh trailed 35-28 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring LIU 32-24 to secure the win.</p><p>Lehigh's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 38.3% from the field and 32.3% on two-point attempts. However, they connected on 50% of their three-pointers, hitting 8 of 16 from deep.</p> <p>Jamal Fuller and Shadrak Lasu were standouts, with Fuller scoring 20 points and Lasu adding 16 points and 10 rebounds. Keith Higgins Jr. also contributed 16 points, despite shooting 33.3% from the field.</p><p>Lehigh's defense held their opponent to 59 points, even though they allowed a 43% shooting performance from the field. The Mountain Hawks gave up 21 two-point baskets on 40 attempts, a 52% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Lehigh limited their opponent to just 4 made threes on 17 attempts, a 23% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 8 times, where they converted 5 shots, a 62% rate.</p>

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<p>At 7:00 ET, the Knicks (-269) will take on the Magic (+222) in an Eastern Conference matchup. New York is currently favored by 7 points and has won five straight games. The over/under line is set at 212 points.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Kia Center in Orlando. The Knicks (20-10) are currently 3rd in the Eastern Conference, while the Magic (19-13) are 4th. You can watch this game on MSG.</p><h3>NEW YORK KNICKS VS ORLANDO MAGIC BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Knicks -7</p><p>This game will be played at Kia Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, December 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK KNICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 137-77 in favor of the Knicks.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Brunson finishing with 28 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Knicks finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.1% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Knicks Pull Off a Win at Orlando?</h3><p>The Knicks improved to 20-10 on the season with a 117-114 win over the Spurs on Wednesday. New York was favored by 8.5 points but didn’t cover the spread, winning by just three. The total points for the game were 231, surpassing the pre-game O/U line of 222.5.</p> <p>After a 10-0 run by the Spurs put them ahead 42-34, New York responded by outscoring San Antonio 37-25 in the 3rd quarter. The Knicks entered the 4th quarter with an 88-83 lead but were outscored 31-29 in the final period.</p><p>Mikal Bridges led the Knicks to a 117-114 win over the Spurs, scoring 41 points and hitting 6 threes at a 66.7% clip. Overall, he shot 68% from the field. Karl-Anthony Towns added 21 points, and Jalen Brunson contributed 20 despite shooting just 30.4%.</p> <p>Bridges was key in the 4th quarter, scoring 15 points, while Towns and Brunson each added 11 in the 3rd. The Knicks hit 13 threes, shooting 33.3% from deep and 45% overall.</p><p>Despite giving up 114 points, the Knicks managed to come out with a win against the Spurs. They allowed 31 points in both the 2nd and 4th quarters but held San Antonio to 25 points in the 3rd.</p> <p>New York's defense allowed the Spurs to shoot 50% from the field, including 42% from three, where San Antonio hit 16 threes. The Knicks sent the Spurs to the line 17 times, where they made 14 free throws. New York also recorded 7 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Magic Lock in a Home Win?</h3><p>The Magic fell to 19-13 on the season after a narrow 89-88 loss to the Heat on Thursday. Orlando, who were -1 point favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total score of 177 points was well below the O/U line of 208.5.</p> <p>Orlando jumped out to a 16-0 lead and led 71-61 going into the 4th quarter. However, the Heat stormed back, outscoring the Magic 28-17 in the final period to steal the win.</p><p>Jalen Suggs led the Magic with 29 points in their 89-88 loss to the Heat, shooting 47.6% from the field and hitting 2 threes at 18.2%. Tristan da Silva added 18 points, shooting 58.3%, while Kentavious Caldwell-Pope contributed 11 points, hitting 62.5% of his shots.</p> <p>Orlando struggled from beyond the arc, making just 5 threes at 17.2%, with an overall field goal percentage of 44.2%. Suggs scored 12 points in the 1st quarter, adding 6 in both the 2nd and 3rd, and finishing with 5 in the 4th.</p><p>Even with a strong defensive effort, the Magic couldn’t pull off the win, despite holding the Heat to just 89 points. Orlando gave up 22 points in the 1st quarter, 19 in the 2nd, and 20 in the 3rd, but a 28-point 4th quarter from Miami sealed the game. The Magic held the Heat to 40% shooting overall.</p> <p>Orlando struggled to defend the three, allowing Miami to hit 15 threes at a 50% clip. The Heat also went 12/14 from the free-throw line. The Magic finished with 33 defensive rebounds, giving up 7 offensive boards, while adding 12 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

New York Knicks vs Orlando Magic Betting Pick & Prediction 12/27/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Governors versus the Ospreys? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at UNF Arena in Jacksonville, FL. The over/under for this game is set at 147.5 points, and North Florida is favored by -7.5 vs. Austin Peay in a Atlantic Sun conference matchup.</p><h3>AUSTIN PEAY GOVERNORS VS NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Florida Ospreys -7.5</p><p>This game will be played at UNF Arena at 2:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Ospreys.</li><li>Not only will North Florida pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Austin Peay Pull Through as the Underdog Road Team?</h3><h3>Austin Peay Governors Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Austin Peay’s season record fell to 3-8 after an 85-55 road loss to Vanderbilt on Saturday, December 21st. The Governors entered the game as +25.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The combined points of 140 fell just short of the 142.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Austin Peay struggled early, trailing 47-20 at halftime. They managed to score 35 points in the 2nd half but allowed 38, unable to make a significant comeback.</p><p>Austin Peay struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 55 points while shooting 31.7% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 33.3%, and they hit only 2 of 19 three-point attempts, shooting 10.5% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>LJ Thomas led the Governors with 20 points, despite shooting 6 of 17 from the field and missing all 4 of his three-point attempts. Jason Edwards added 16 points, hitting 5 of 8 shots, while Devin McGlockton contributed 11 points and 9 rebounds.</p><p>Austin Peay's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 85 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 60% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 21 of 30 shooting for 70%.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition hit 8 of 18 shots, good for 44%. Austin Peay also sent them to the line 27 times, where they made 19 free throws (70%).</p><h3>Can the Ospreys Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>North Florida dropped to 5-6 on the season after a 99-45 loss to the Gators on Saturday. The Ospreys, who were +27 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 144, well under the O/U line of 174.5.</p> <p>North Florida was down 54-17 at halftime and managed just 28 points in the 2nd half while allowing 45. They'll look to regroup after this tough loss.</p><p>North Florida's offense struggled mightily in their last game, scoring just 45 points with a field goal percentage of 23.2% (13/56). Their effective field goal percentage was 30.4%, and they hit only 22.7% of their two-point attempts (5/22) and 23.5% from three (8/34). At the free-throw line, they shot 61.1% (11/18).</p> <p>Will Richard was a bright spot, scoring 26 points in 22 minutes, shooting 75.0% overall and from three (6/8). Sam Alexis added 14 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 55.6% from the field.</p><p>North Florida's defense struggled, giving up 99 points on 44% shooting. They allowed 34 field goals on 76 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, their opponents shot 45%, hitting 9 of 20. North Florida also sent them to the line 27 times, where they made 22 free throws (81%).</p>

Austin Peay Governors vs North Florida Ospreys NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<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>

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

<p>Looking to win big? The Colonials and Titans face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Titans are hosting the game at Calihan Hall in Detroit, MI. In this Horizon League matchup, Robert Morris is favored bt -4.5 vs. Detroit. The over/under for the game is 138.5 points.</p><h3>ROBERT MORRIS COLONIALS VS DETROIT TITANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Titans +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Calihan Hall at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT TITANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Titans.</li><li>Not only will Detroit pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Colonials Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>Robert Morris improved to 8-5 on the season with a 97-93 home win over Northern Kentucky on Sunday. The Colonials entered the game as slight favorites at -1 and managed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After leading 36-32 at halftime, Robert Morris allowed 41 points in the 2nd half while scoring 37 of their own. The game’s total points of 190 went well over the O/U line of 134.5.</p><p>Robert Morris put up 97 points in their last game, despite shooting just 38.5% from the field and 21.2% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.8%, but they managed to grab 21 offensive rebounds and dish out 23 assists.</p> <p>Amarion Dickerson led the way with 27 points and 15 rebounds, shooting 55.0% overall. Alvaro Folgueiras contributed 21 points and 19 boards, while Kam Woods added 10 assists, despite shooting just 15.4% from the field.</p><p>Despite Robert Morris allowing 93 points, they held their opponent to 38% shooting from the field, with 35 made baskets on 91 attempts. Inside the arc, the Colonials gave up 28 two-pointers on 58 attempts, a 48% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Robert Morris limited their opponent to 7 made threes on 33 attempts, a 21% success rate. However, they sent their opponent to the free-throw line 32 times, where they converted 20 free throws, shooting 62%. The Colonials also allowed 21 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Titans Grab a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Detroit Titans Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Detroit fell to 4-10 on the season after a 73-64 road loss to Youngstown State on Sunday. Despite being +14.5 point underdogs, the Titans managed to keep the game closer than expected.</p> <p>After trailing 38-23 at halftime, Detroit put up a fight in the second half, outscoring Youngstown State 41-35. The game’s total points of 137 resulted in a push for those who bet the over/under.</p><p>Detroit struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 31.2% from the field and 12.5% from beyond the arc, hitting only 2 of 16 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 32.8%, and they managed just 9 assists as a team.</p> <p>Orlando Lovejoy led the Titans with 23 points, while EJ Farmer added 16 points, knocking down 3 of 5 from deep. Gabe Dynes was efficient, shooting 80% from the field, and Detroit grabbed 17 offensive rebounds, hitting 22 of 30 free throws (73.3%).</p><p>Despite Detroit's defensive efforts, they couldn't hold their opponent under 73 points. The Titans allowed 36% shooting from the field, with 22 made baskets on 60 attempts.</p> <p>Detroit's defense gave up 9 threes on 29 attempts (31%) and sent their opponent to the line 32 times, where they hit 20 free throws (62%).</p>

Robert Morris Colonials vs Detroit Titans NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Fighting Irish and Yellow Jackets. The game is starting at 2:30 ET on ACCN, and it's hosted by the Yellow Jackets at McCamish Pavilion in Atlanta, GA. Get ready to place your bets! This Atlantic Coast conference matchup has an over/under of 144.5 points, and Georgia Tech is favored to win by -1.5 at home vs. Notre Dame.</p><h3>NOTRE DAME FIGHTING IRISH VS GEORGIA TECH YELLOW JACKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at McCamish Pavilion at 2:30 ET on Tuesday, December 31st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGIA TECH YELLOW JACKETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Yellow Jackets.</li><li>Not only will Georgia Tech pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Fighting Irish Stand a Chance on the Road?</h3><p>Notre Dame improved to 7-5 on the season with a decisive 91-62 victory over Le Moyne on Sunday. Playing at home, the Fighting Irish entered the game as -20.5 favorites and covered the spread with ease.</p> <p>Notre Dame led 49-30 at halftime and continued to control the game in the second half, outscoring the Dolphins 42-32. The combined points of 153 went over the pre-game O/U line of 143.5.</p><p>Notre Dame's offense put up 91 points in their last game, shooting 48.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.2%. They connected on 37.5% of their three-point attempts, going 9-for-24, and were strong from the free-throw line, hitting 81.2% of their shots (26/32). The Irish also grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 16 assists.</p> <p>Tae Davis led the way with 24 points and 6 rebounds, shooting 60.0% from the field. Dwayne Koroma added 22 points and 8 rebounds, hitting 9 of his 11 shots, including 3-for-3 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Notre Dame's defense gave up 62 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 48% from the field, including 55% on two-point attempts (19/34). From beyond the arc, they conceded 9 threes on 24 attempts, a 37% shooting rate.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Notre Dame sent their opponent to the stripe 32 times, where they converted 26 free throws for 81%. The Fighting Irish also gave up 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will Georgia Tech Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Yellow Jackets improved to 6-7 on the season with a dominant 92-49 win over Alabama A&M on Saturday. Playing at home, Georgia Tech entered the game as -21.5 point favorites and covered the spread with ease.</p> <p>Georgia Tech jumped out to a 50-25 lead at halftime and kept up the pressure in the second half, outscoring the Bulldogs 42-24. The game’s total points of 141 fell short of the 153.5 over/under line.</p><p>Georgia Tech's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 92 points and shooting 54.1% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.3%, thanks in part to their 47.6% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 10 of 21 attempts.</p> <p>The Yellow Jackets also connected on 57.5% of their two-point shots and went 16-for-21 from the free-throw line. Lance Terry led the way with 22 points, hitting 5 of 8 threes, while the team dished out 27 assists overall.</p><p>Georgia Tech struggled defensively, giving up 49 points while allowing opponents to shoot 54% from the field. They couldn't contain the two-point shooting, with opponents hitting 57% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Georgia Tech's defense allowed 10 threes on 47% shooting. They also sent opponents to the line 21 times, where they converted 16 free throws at a 76% rate.</p>

Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/31/24

<p>ESPN is handling the television coverage for this College Football Playoff Quarterfinal matchup at the Allstate Sugar Bowl, which is being played at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans. Kick-off is set for 8:45 ET on Wednesday, January 1st. Georgia is the slight -1.5 point favorite over Notre Dame, and the over/under line is currently at 44 points. The Bulldogs are 11-2 on the season, and the Fighting Irish are 12-1 coming into this game.</p><h3>NOTRE DAME FIGHTING IRISH VS GEORGIA BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Notre Dame Fighting Irish +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Caesars Superdome at 8:45 ET on Wednesday, January 1st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NOTRE DAME FIGHTING IRISH:</h3><ul><li>We have the Notre Dame Fighting Irish winning this one by a score of 20 to 16</li><li>Not only do we have the Notre Dame Fighting Irish winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +1.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 44 points</li></ul><h3>Can The Notre Dame Fighting Irish Pick Up A Win At Caesars Superdome?</h3><p>Notre Dame enters the College Football Playoff quarterfinal at the Allstate Sugar Bowl with a 12-1 record. They are 7-1 at home and 5-0 on the road this season. The Fighting Irish have been favored in 12 of their 13 games, going 11-1 as the favorite. Their average scoring margin is +25 points per game, and they have an 11-2 record against the spread.</p> <p></p><p>Notre Dame is 6-2 against the spread at home and 5-0 on the road. As the favorite, they are 10-2 ATS. This week’s over/under line is 44 points, while their games have averaged 52.7 points. Their average over/under line this season has been 47.5 points, and they are 7-6 against the over/under.</p> <p></p><p>The Fighting Irish are 4-0 against the spread on the road as the favorite and 1-0 as the underdog. At home, they are 6-2 ATS when favored. Notre Dame has exceeded the over/under by an average of 5.2 points per game this season.</p><p>Notre Dame’s offense has been driven by their ground game, ranking 9th nationally with 223.5 rushing yards per game. Jeremiyah Love leads the team with 1,057 rushing yards, averaging 7 yards per carry, and has scored 16 touchdowns. Overall, the Fighting Irish are 4th in scoring, with 38.8 points per game, and are ranked 11th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 1.</p> <p>Quarterback Riley Leonard has thrown for 2,293 yards, completing 66.8% of his passes, with 17 touchdowns and 6 interceptions. He has a passer rating of 96. Notre Dame is 67th in passing attempts per game, and Beaux Collins leads the receivers with 445 yards and two touchdowns.</p><p>Notre Dame's defense has been impressive this season, ranking third nationally by allowing just 13.8 points per game. They also rank 10th in the country, giving up only 162.3 passing yards per game, with opposing quarterbacks managing a passer rating of just 55.6, the second-lowest in the nation.</p> <p>In their recent game against Indiana, Notre Dame's defense allowed 17 points and gave up 278 total yards, including just 63 rushing yards on 27 attempts. Indiana threw the ball 33 times, gaining 215 yards, but Notre Dame's defense also came away with an interception.</p><h3>Can The Georgia Bulldogs Take Care Of Business On A Neutral Field?</h3><p>Georgia enters the College Football Playoff quarterfinals at the Allstate Sugar Bowl with an 11-2 record. They’ve been perfect at home, going 6-0, but are 2-2 on the road. The Bulldogs have been favored in nine of their 13 games, holding a 7-2 record as the favorite.</p><p></p><p>Against the spread, Georgia is 3-7 this season, with a 1-3 record on the road and 2-4 at home. As the favorite, they are 2-7 ATS, but they’ve covered in their only game as the underdog.</p><p></p><p>This week’s over/under line is 44 points, the lowest they’ve faced all season. Georgia’s games have averaged 53.5 points, with an average over/under line of 51.3 points.</p><p>Georgia’s offense has been driven by their passing game, ranking 9th in attempts and 6th in completions, with 284.6 yards per game. Carson Beck has thrown for 3,485 yards, 28 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions, with a passer rating of 98. Arian Smith leads the receivers with 750 yards and four touchdowns.</p> <p>Overall, Georgia is 25th in scoring, averaging 33.2 points per game, and they are 6th in our offensive power rankings. Their rushing game has been less effective, with 130.3 yards per game. Nate Frazier has 634 rushing yards and eight touchdowns.</p><p>Georgia's defense has allowed an average of 20.4 points per game this season, ranking 25th nationally. In their latest game against Texas, they gave up 19 points but managed to secure a win in overtime. The defense allowed 497 total yards, including 295 rushing yards and four rushing touchdowns, while also forcing one interception.</p><p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 131.3 rushing yards per game against Georgia, with 34.3 rushing attempts per game. Through the air, quarterbacks have completed 58.8% of their passes, averaging 208.7 passing yards per game and a passer rating of 81 against Georgia's defense.</p>

Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs Georgia Bulldogs Betting Pick & Prediction College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the Allstate Sugar Bowl

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Black Knights 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 Cotterell Court in Hamilton, NY. The over/under for this Patriot League conference contest is set at 143.5 points, with Colgate being favored by -5.5 at home against Army.</p><h3>ARMY BLACK KNIGHTS VS COLGATE RAIDERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Colgate Raiders -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Cotterell Court at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</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 -5.5.</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 the Black Knights Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><h3>Army Black Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Army improved to 4-6 on the season with a 78-75 win over UTSA on Sunday. The Black Knights were +2.5 point underdogs heading into the game but managed to pull off the upset at home.</p> 

<p>Army led 39-35 at halftime and scored 39 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. The game’s total points of 153 fell just under the O/U line of 154.5.</p><p>Jalen Rucker's 27 points and 5 made threes at a 50% clip helped Army score 78 points in their last game, shooting 48.3% from the field. They connected on 11 of 28 threes, shooting 39.3% from deep, with an effective field goal percentage of 58.6%.</p> <p>Raekwon Horton added 15 points, hitting 6 of 9 shots, while AJ Allenspach was perfect from the field, going 4 for 4. Army also hit 78.6% of their free throws, and grabbed 7 offensive rebounds, with 15 assists as a team.</p><p>Army's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, allowing the opposing team to shoot 48% from the field. They struggled to contain two-point shots, with the other team hitting 56% of their attempts inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Army's opponents connected on 11 of 28 attempts, shooting 39%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 11, shooting 78%. Army gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Raiders Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>The Raiders fell to 2-10 on the season after a 79-73 home loss to Iona on Sunday. Despite being -4 favorites, Colgate couldn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 152, surpassing the O/U line of 137.5.</p> <p>Colgate trailed 36-32 at halftime and couldn’t make up ground in the 2nd half, scoring 41 points but allowing 43.</p><p>Colgate's offense clicked in their last game, shooting 53.1% from the field and 47.6% from beyond the arc, leading to 73 points. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 63.3%, with 16 assists and 9 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Nicolas Louis-Jacques led the way with 27 points, shooting 61.1% overall and hitting 4 of 11 threes. Dejour Reaves added 20 points and 9 rebounds, connecting on 2 of 5 from deep.</p><p>Colgate's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 79 points on 53% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 57% of their two-point attempts, with 16 makes on 28 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Colgate's defense couldn't contain the three-point shooters, who connected on 10 of 21 attempts for 47%. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 11 free throws, shooting 68%.</p>

Army Black Knights vs Colgate Raiders 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>Making on a bet on this NHL game featuring the Senators 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 odds for this non-conference game currently have the Stars as the -1.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 6 goals.</p><h3>OTTAWA SENATORS 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 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DALLAS STARS:</h3><ul><li>The Stars 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 Stars on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Senators (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Are the Senators Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>With a 3-0 win over the Kraken, the Senators improved to 19-15-2 this season. Ottawa, favored by -1.5 goals, covered the puck line in the victory. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined 3 goals fell well short of that mark.</p> 

<p>All three of Ottawa’s goals came from different players, and the defense held Seattle scoreless. The Senators’ first goal came at 5:28 in the first period, and they added an empty-netter in the third to seal the win.</p><p>In their 3-0 win over the Kraken, the Senators had 23 shots on goal and scored three times, with Tim Stützle netting his 6th goal of the season on an empty net. Brady Tkachuk added his 7th goal, while Adam Gaudette opened the scoring with his 7th as well.</p> <p>Ottawa’s first goal came 5:28 into the first period. They added their second at 8:49 in the second period before Stützle’s empty-netter at 17:46 in the third. The Senators recorded 11 giveaways and earned 5 assists on their three goals.</p><p>On the defensive side, the Senators will look to build on a strong performance, where they held Seattle scoreless. Anton Forsberg stopped all 22 shots, finishing with a 100% save percentage. The defense also contributed 2 takeaways and 25 hits.</p><h3>Will Dallas Win at Home?</h3><p>Dallas dropped their latest game, a 4-2 road loss to the Panthers, bringing their record to 22-13-1. The Stars were underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 6 goals fell short of the 6.5 set before the game.</p> 

<p>After falling behind 2-0, Dallas tied it up with two goals in the second period. However, the Panthers pulled away with two more goals, including an empty-netter, to seal the win.</p><p>In their 4-2 loss to Florida, the Stars took 25 shots on goal but only found the net twice. Evgenii Dadonov scored his second goal of the season, while Matt Duchene added his seventh. Duchene also picked up his eighth assist on Dadonov's power-play goal.</p> <p>The Stars were held scoreless in the first period before netting both of their goals in the second. Miro Heiskanen earned his fourth assist of the season, and Thomas Harley picked up his fifth. Dallas struggled with giveaways, tallying 32 in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Stars had a tough time late in the game, giving up two goals in the 3rd period, including an empty netter with 1:00 left. Casey DeSmith made 21 saves with a save percentage of 87.5%. The defense also had 5 takeaways and 26 hits.</p>

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Only 98 options are available for DFS players in this week’s Dell Technologies Championship. Rickie Fowler and Francesco Molinari are sitting this one out and only the top 100 players in the FedEx Cup points standings are eligible to participate. Unlike last week’s tournament, this event has been played at TPC Boston every year since 2003, so there is plenty of course form data to rely on for the second FedEx Cup playoffs event.

Keep in mind, this is a Friday to Monday event, as the PGA Tour tries to highlight the Labor Day holiday by finishing on Monday. It won’t have a big impact this week, but it could have some carryover effect into next week’s BMW Championship at Aronimink, a course that hasn’t hosted a PGA event since 2011.

Once again, it’s tough to find a lot of non-top-10 players that win these kinds of events. Bryson DeChambeau last week was something of an outlier, although he did have eight previous top-10 finishes. As the field narrows, the stars tend to shine more.

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<strong>Value Picks</strong>

<strong>Henrik Stenson ($8,600) – </strong>If the Swede was healthy, we wouldn’t be getting this kind of price. Henrik Stenson sat out last week’s tournament with an injury, as he was a late withdrawal from the field. Stenson did not play this event last year and was 41st in 2016, but he was the runner-up in 2015 and won in 2013. The 42-year-old played well at the Masters and the US Open before the injury acted up again, but he’d certainly like to put together a few good tournaments here so that he can be selected as a captain’s pick for the Ryder Cup.

<strong>Patrick Reed ($8,400) – </strong>Patrick Reed was on the card last week, but he didn’t have a great showing. He did finish top 25, but we expected more from Captain America. Reed has played very, very well at TPC Boston. Over the last three years, Reed has finished sixth, fifth, and fourth in this tournament. He played well enough last week, but just never posted a number, as his best round came in at 4-under. He’s running a streak of 11 straight rounds of par or better at TPC Boston. If it plays to around 15-under like it was from 2014-16, Reed’s going to have a shot to be right there on the leaderboard on Monday. He’s played very solid golf here.

<strong>Tyrrell Hatton ($7,700) – </strong>This is something of a hunch, but also a course that sets up well for Tyrrell Hatton. Hatton’s final-round 64 may have kept him alive in the FedEx Cup playoffs, so he rides into this one with a little bit more confidence. He doesn’t post a lot of gaudy scores, but he’s gone five straight tournaments without posting double digits in the bogey department. Hatton was 20th last week at The Northern Trust with that final-round 64. Players from England and Northern Ireland have played pretty well here over the last two years. Paul Casey and Justin Rose were both top 10 last year. McIlroy and Casey were top 10 in 2016. Hatton has four top-20 finishes in his last six events and this isn’t a course that particularly plays well for bombers, so his style should play well here.

<strong>Kevin Na ($7,400) – </strong>Making putts is really helpful at TPC Boston, as a lot of players are able to rack up greens in regulation. Strokes are gained on this course by making your mid-range putting opportunities. It seems like Kevin Na has the flatstick working once again. Na has back-to-back top-20 finishes with 37 combined birdies. He finished sixth in this event last year at 11-under after missing out in 2016. Any time you can gamble on a player that can putt the way Na can at prices like this, it would seem to be worth a crack.

<strong>Billy Horschel ($8,100) – </strong>One of our better calls last week was Billy Horschel. His price is up $800 this week after a third-place showing at The Northern Trust. Horschel played extremely well with his irons and wedges last week and a similar showing would be helpful here. This is a guy that comes alive at these FedEx Cup playoff events. He’s still top 20 in strokes gained off-the-tee and then parlayed that into some success with strokes gained on approach. Horschel only has three bogies in his last two events, including an 11th-place finish at the Wyndham Championship. He only has one round over par in his last five events and only two in his last six events. That type of consistency is worth betting on.

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The second event of the FedEx Cup playoffs only features 97 golfers, so that means you’re going to have to dig deep to find some of those top values in DFS golf formats. That will be the case next week when the field goes down to 75 for the BMW Championship as well. Some pretty good golfers are available at decent prices this week because of how top-heavy the board is with five five-figure golfers and then others like Rory McIlroy and Rickie Fowler nearly pushing $10k.

We’ll try to help you with your daily fantasy golf choices by looking for the top values. Everybody can take the top guys and hope for the best, but it’s often that low-cost missing piece that makes all the difference in your GPPs, 50/50s, or H2H matchups.

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<strong>Value Picks</strong>

<strong>Charley Hoffman ($8,300) – </strong>Charley Hoffman falls just under the average price in DraftKings formats in order to fill out a roster. Hoffman is a great gamble this week at TPC Boston. He won this even back in 2010 and tied the course record set by Vijay Singh in 2008 at 22-under. Hoffman finished third in 2015, so he’s had some strong finishes since then. He’s also had some good showings lately, with a second at the RBC Canadian Open and a third at the WGC-Bridgestone. Hoffman is a pretty safe pick as well, with 20 made cuts out of 24 events this season.

<strong>Branden Grace ($7,800) – </strong>Some guys have more on the line than others this week. One of those players is Branden Grace. Grace is in need of a big showing this week because he’s in that dreaded range between 75 and 100 in the FedEx Cup standings. That could be seen as a motivational angle for picking some players this week. Grace has only missed four cuts this year, but two have been in his two most recent events. He’s generally accurate off the tee, which is extremely important at TPC Boston, where the wooded areas and the thick rough can present a huge problem. In his first TPC Boston start, Grace finished at 4-under last year.

<strong>Jason Kokrak ($7,400) – </strong>Like Branden Grace, Jason Kokrak is currently sitting below that cut line. Kokrak moved up 15 spots by sneaking into the top 25 last week at the Northern Trust. He played pretty well at the Wyndham Championship for the most part two weeks ago. Kokrak has finished in the top 20 twice over the last three years and also has one top-10 finish in that span, so he’s been a solid under-the-radar pick in this event. Hopefully that stays the same this week.

<strong>Marc Leishman ($6,900) – </strong>Perhaps we’re buying a little bit low on Marc Leishman this week. After missing the cut last week at the Northern Trust, Leishman’s price comes in $1,500 lower than last week. He has two top-15 finishes in his last four events, including the Open Championship, so he’s in fairly decent course form heading into the Dell Technologies Championship. He has not fared well at this event at all, so we’re taking a little bit of gamble, but he did bookend last year’s event with a 68 and a 67. It was the two rounds in between that hurt him. Leishman is safely on to the next two events, but after a lackluster showing last week, he’d certainly like to get some momentum rolling.

<strong>Rickie Fowler ($9,700) – </strong>If you do want to go up the price ladder, Rickie Fowler is a very good bet this week. Fowler has seven straight top-25 finishes and also five of those are also top-10 finishes. Fowler won this event back in 2015. He’s the best player without a major victory, but he seems to step up in the spotlight for some of these other events. He’s obviously in great form and has some decent finishes on this course in the past. With a reasonable price tag, he’s worth a look at the higher end of the budget.

Free DFS Golf Picks: The 2018 Dell Technologies Championship

<p>Betting on today's Ospreys and Cougars game? Catch the action at Vadalabene Center in Edwardsville, IL, as the Cougars hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. North Florida is favored by -3 in this non-conference contest against SIUE. The game's over/under currently sits at 149.5 points.</p><h3>NORTH FLORIDA OSPREYS VS SIUE COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: SIUE Cougars +3</p><p>This game will be played at Vadalabene Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, November 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SIUE COUGARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Not only will SIUE pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.</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 North Florida Deliver Being Favored on the Road?</h3><p>North Florida dropped to 1-2 on the season after an 89-75 home loss to UNC Asheville on Monday. The Ospreys entered the game as 5.5-point favorites but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 164, surpassing the O/U line of 153.5.</p> <p>North Florida trailed 39-37 at halftime and struggled defensively in the 2nd half, allowing 50 points while scoring 38. They'll need to tighten up on defense and find ways to close out games moving forward.</p><p>North Florida's offense put up 75 points in their last game, shooting 40% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc, hitting 14 threes on 42 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, and they added 11 offensive rebounds and 17 assists.</p> <p>Toyaz Solomon led the way with 20 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 62.5% from the field. Nate Lliteras contributed 19 points, hitting 5 of 8 threes at 62.5%, while Josh Banks added 17 points and 7 rebounds.</p><p>Despite giving up 89 points, North Florida's defense held their opponent to 40% shooting from the field. They allowed 28 made field goals on 70 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponent shot 33%, hitting 14 of 42 three-point attempts. North Florida sent them to the line 8 times, where they made 5 free throws.</p><h3>Do the Cougars Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>SIUE Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Cougars fell to Green Bay 82-57 on Tuesday, November 19th. SIUE, who entered the game as +4 underdogs, did not cover the spread. The total points for the game were 139, falling short of the 149.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>SIUE trailed 35-29 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 28 points while allowing 47.</p><p>SIUE struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 33.9% from the field and 22.6% from three-point range, finishing with 57 points. Their effective field goal percentage was 40.7%, and they hit only 55.6% of their free throws.</p> <p>Anthony Roy led the way with 34 points, shooting 47.4% overall and 30% from deep. Marcus Hall was efficient, hitting 71.4% from the field and 75% from three, contributing 14 points.</p><p>SIUE's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 82 points on 47% shooting from the field. The Cougars allowed 14 two-point baskets on 24 attempts, with the opposing team hitting 58% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, SIUE's opponents went 10/27, shooting 37%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 29 times, where they converted 24 free throws at an 82% rate. SIUE limited the damage on the boards, giving up just 4 offensive rebounds.</p>

North Florida Ospreys vs SIUE Cougars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/29/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Spartans and Eagles face off at 4:00 ET on ESPN+. The Eagles are hosting the game at Winthrop Coliseum in Rock Hill, SC. The odds for this Big South conference game currently have Winthrop as the -15.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 165.5 points.</p><h3>USC UPSTATE SPARTANS VS WINTHROP EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: USC Upstate Spartans +15.5</p><p>This game will be played at Winthrop Coliseum at 4:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE USC UPSTATE SPARTANS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Even though we have Winthrop winning straight-up, we like USC Upstate at +15.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 165.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can USC Upstate Grab a Win on the Road?</h3><p>USC Upstate fell to 1-11 on the season after a 72-64 home loss to Youngstown State on Saturday. The Spartans entered the game as +7.5 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread.</p> <p>USC Upstate trailed 27-23 at halftime but allowed 45 points in the 2nd half while scoring 41. The game’s total points of 136 fell short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p><p>USC Upstate struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 35.8% from the field and hitting only 1 of 18 three-point attempts for a 5.6% success rate. Their effective field goal percentage matched their overall shooting percentage at 35.8%, though they did manage to convert 78.9% of their free throws, going 15 for 19 from the line.</p> <p>Mister Dean led the Spartans with 23 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 53.3% from the field. Nico Galette added 20 points, hitting 42.9% of his threes, while Breylin Garcia contributed 16 points on 77.8% shooting. USC Upstate also grabbed 11 offensive rebounds and dished out 13 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite giving up 72 points, USC Upstate's defense held their opponent to just 35% shooting from the field, including a dismal 5% from three-point range, where they hit only 1 of 18 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the opposing team shot 46% on two-pointers, going 23/49. USC Upstate also sent them to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 15 free throws for 78%. The Spartans allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Winthrop Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Winthrop Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Winthrop fell to 7-5 on the season after a 77-68 road loss to Indiana on Sunday. The Eagles entered the game as +16 point underdogs but managed to keep it closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Winthrop trailed 41-37 at halftime and scored 31 points in the 2nd half while allowing 36. The game’s total points of 145 fell short of the 163.5 O/U line.</p><p>Winthrop's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 37.5% from the field and 26.1% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.2%, and they managed only 8 assists as a team.</p> <p>Myles Rice led the Eagles with 18 points, while Malik Reneau, K.J. Doucet, and Kasen Harrison each added 14. Doucet also pulled down 12 rebounds, and Trey Galloway contributed 11 points and 5 assists.</p><p>Even with Winthrop's defense giving up 77 points, they managed to limit the damage from beyond the arc, holding their opponent to just 1 three-pointer on 20 attempts, a 5% shooting performance.</p> <p>Inside the arc, though, Winthrop struggled, allowing 29 two-point baskets on 46 attempts, a 63% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 26 times, where they hit 18 free throws (69%).</p>

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<p>The Clippers and Mavericks will continue their first-round series on Tuesday night at 10:00 PM ET from Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The Clippers lead the series 1-0 and are the 4-seed in the Western Conference, while the Mavericks are the 5-seed. TNT is carrying the game on TV, and the Mavericks are favored by 2 points. The over/under line is 216.5 points, and the money line odds are -137 for the Mavericks and +115 for the Clippers.</p><h3>DALLAS MAVERICKS VS LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Clippers +2</p><p>This game will be played at Crypto.com Arena at 10:00 ET on Tuesday, April 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 118-117 in favor of the Clippers.</li><li>Our projections have Kawhi Leonard finishing with Kawhi Leonard points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Clippers finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.0% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><p>After a 34-22 first quarter in favor of the Clippers, Los Angeles put the game away in the 2nd quarter, outscoring the Mavericks 22-8. The Clippers went on to win 109-97, which was good enough to cover the spread as 3.5-point underdogs. The game also fell 15.5 points short of the over/under line of 221.5 points.</p>

<p>James Harden led the Clippers with 28 points and had six threes on 54.5% shooting from beyond the arc. Paul George added 22 points and hit four threes of his own. Luka Doncic had 33 points for the Mavericks, and Kyrie Irving added 31. The Clippers held the Mavericks to just 10 made threes and 30.3% shooting from outside.</p><h3>Will Dallas Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Today, the Mavericks are looking to end a three-game losing streak. In their last game, they were favored by 3.5 points but lost to the Clippers by a score of 109-97.</p>

<p>Dallas has a record of 50-32, which is currently 5th in the Western Conference. In their division, they are in 1st place.</p>

<p>On the road, the Mavericks have a straight-up record of 25-17 and are favored by 2 points today. Against the spread on the road, they are 27-15 compared to 21-20 at home.</p>

<p>For the season, the Mavericks have an average scoring differential of +0.5 points per game on the road. At home, their scoring differential is +3.6 points per game.</p>

<p>In terms of their O/U record, the Mavericks are 37-46 for the season. Their last four games have all gone under the posted over/under lines.</p>

<p>In their 109-97 loss to the Clippers, the O/U line was 221.5 points. On average, the Mavericks have combined for 233.2 points per game this season, and today's O/U line is set at 216.5.</p><p>For the season, Luka Doncic is averaging 33.9 points and 9.8 assists. In his last three games, he has averaged 33.7 points, 8.3 assists, and 11.3 rebounds. Kyrie Irving has hit 45.5% of his threes in his last three games, averaging 24.7 points. Overall, he is averaging 25.6 points per game this season.</p>

<p>Dallas is averaging 14.6 made threes per game this year, which is the 3rd best mark in the league. Their overall three-point shooting percentage is 36%, which is 14th in the NBA. The Mavericks' scoring average of 117.9 points per game is the 6th best mark in the league.</p><p>On the season, the Dallas Mavericks are giving up 115.6 points per game, which is 20th in the NBA. Over their last five games, they have been a little better at 109.4 points per game.</p>

<p>One area where the Mavericks have been solid defensively is in two-point shooting. Over their last five games, they have held opponents to just 51.2% shooting from inside the arc, which is 8th in the NBA over that span.</p>

<p>For the season, opposing offenses have been able to make 36.9% of their three-point attempts against the Mavericks, which is 20th in the league. In terms of three-pointers made per game, Dallas is 20th at 13.2.</p><h3>Will Los Angeles Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>In games where the O/U line has been higher than today's line of 216.5, the Clippers have seen an average of 227.6 points per game. Today's line is lower than 75 of their previous games. Overall, the team has gone 38-44-1 on the O/U this season, with the under hitting in their last three games.</p>

<p>Looking at their ATS record, the Clippers are 39-44 for the season, going 19-23 at home and 20-21 on the road. As the underdog, they are 7-13 ATS, and they have failed to cover the spread in their last two games as the favorite.</p>

<p>The Clippers' last game was also against the Mavericks, and they won by a score of 109-97. As 3.5-point underdogs, they easily covered the spread, and the O/U line for the game was 221.5.</p>

<p>This season, the Clippers have an average scoring differential of +3.2 points per game at home and +3.6 points per game on the road. In Western Conference play, they are 30-22 and are currently 4th in the West. Against the West, they are 21-9 compared to 9-7 in their division.</p><p>This season, the Clippers are the 15th ranked home scoring team, at 115.2 points per game. Overall, they are 12th in scoring, at 115.6 points per contest. Los Angeles is near the bottom of the league in pace but have still been efficient, ranking 6th in field goal percentage and 4th in three-point shooting percentage.</p>

<p>Bones Hyland has averaged 21.3 points per game over his last five games, hitting 45.5% of his shots from the field in that stretch. He also averaged 5.7 assists and 6 rebounds in those games. Kawhi Leonard is questionable with a knee injury. For the season, he has averaged 23.7 points and 6.1 rebounds. Amir Coffey is averaging 12.8 points in his last five games but has hit just 36.5% of his field goal attempts this year.</p><p>When playing at home this season, the Clippers have given up 112.0 points per game, which is 15th in the league. Overall, they have held opponents to 112.2 points per game, which is 10th in the NBA. In their last five games, they have been even better, giving up just 107.8 points per game.</p>

<p>On the season, opponents have made 36.2% of their three-point attempts vs. the Clippers, which is 14th in the league. In their last five games, they have been even better, allowing opponents to make just 27% of their three-point attempts, which is 1st in the NBA.</p>

<p>When looking at their overall field goal percentage allowed, the Clippers are 12th in the NBA at 46.8%. However, in their last five games, they have been even better, holding opponents to just 43.2% shooting from the field.</p>

Dallas Mavericks vs Los Angeles Clippers Betting Pick & Prediction 4/23/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Knights and Lions. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Lions at Flowers Hall in Florence, AL. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this Atlantic Sun conference game currently have North Alabama as the -12.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 148.5 points.</p><h3>BELLARMINE KNIGHTS VS NORTH ALABAMA LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Alabama Lions -12.5</p><p>This game will be played at Flowers Hall at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH ALABAMA LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 87-63 in favor of the Lions.</li><li>Not only will North Alabama pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -12.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 150 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Bellarmine Secure a Road Victory?</h3><h3>Bellarmine Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Bellarmine’s season continued to be a struggle as they fell to 1-10 after a 79-55 loss to Colorado on Saturday. The Knights were +24.5 point underdogs heading into the game, but managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 45-16 at halftime, Bellarmine showed some fight in the 2nd half, outscoring Colorado 39-34. The game’s total points ended at 134, below the O/U line of 146.5.</p><p>Bellarmine struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 55 points with a 39.6% shooting percentage from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.3%, and they connected on only 26.9% of their three-point attempts, hitting 7 of 26 from deep.</p> <p>Assane Diop led the team with 15 points, shooting 63.6% from the floor, while Dezmond McKinney added 12 points. RJ Smith contributed 11 points, hitting 3 of 4 from beyond the arc. Bellarmine managed just 4 offensive rebounds and finished with 11 assists as a team.</p><p>Bellarmine's defense struggled to contain their opponent's two-point shooting, allowing them to hit 60% of their shots inside the arc, with 23 makes on 38 attempts. Overall, they gave up 79 points on 46% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Bellarmine held their opponent to just 25% shooting, as they connected on 6 of 24 three-point attempts. At the free-throw line, Bellarmine's opponent went 15/19, shooting 78%. The Knights also gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Lions Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>North Alabama dropped to 6-5 on the season after an 85-69 road loss to Loyola Marymount on Sunday. Entering the game as +6.5 point underdogs, the Lions not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>North Alabama trailed 41-31 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the second half, where they were outscored 44-38. The game’s total points of 154 went over the pre-game O/U line of 144.5.</p><p>North Alabama struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 35.9% from the field and 15% from three-point range, connecting on only 3 of 20 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 37.5%, and they managed 13 offensive rebounds, with just 8 assists as a team.</p> <p>Caleb Stone-Carrawell was a bright spot, scoring 28 points on 11 of 17 shooting, including 5 of 8 from beyond the arc. Jacari Lane contributed 20 points and 4 assists, while Jevon Porter added 14 points and 9 rebounds, also dishing out 8 assists.</p><p>Despite North Alabama's defensive efforts, they allowed 85 points on 50% shooting from the field. The opposing team scored efficiently inside, hitting 62% of their two-point attempts (20/32).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, North Alabama gave up 13 threes on 33 attempts, a 39% shooting rate. They also sent the other team to the line 8 times, where they made 6 free throws (75%). North Alabama allowed 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

Bellarmine Knights vs North Alabama Lions NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Huskies versus the Beavers? Tip off is at at 7:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on PACN. The game will be played at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis, OR. Washington is favored by -4 in this Pac-12 conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 148.5 points.</p><h3>WASHINGTON HUSKIES VS OREGON STATE BEAVERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oregon State Beavers +4</p><p>This game will be played at Gill Coliseum at 7:00 ET on Saturday, February 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OREGON STATE BEAVERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Beavers.</li><li>Not only will Oregon State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Washington Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>Washington enters this game as four-point favorites, and they have gone 9-2 when favored this season. They are 12-11 overall and 4-7 in Pac-12 play, and they are coming off an 85-80 loss to Oregon.</p>

<p>On the road, the Huskies have gone just 2-6 this season, and they have lost two straight games away from home. For the year, their average scoring margin on the road is -4.5 points per game.</p><p>As the favorite, Washington has gone 5-6 vs. the spread this season and is 4-6 in its last 10 games as the favorite. On the road, the Huskies have an ATS mark of 5-3 this year and are 6-4 in their last 10 road games vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 148.5 is lower than the average over/under line in Washington's games this season (151.7). Over their last three games, the over/under record is 3-0 and the average scoring total is 170 points.</p><p>In their recent game, the Huskies' offense concluded with 80 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 81.3 points per contest. Keion Brooks Jr. is the current leading scorer for the team, with an average of 21 as they approach today's matchup. In addition, Sahvir Wheeler brings a PPG average of 15.4 into the game.</p><p>The Huskies' defense is presently ranked 289th nationally, allowing an average of 77.7 points per contest. The Washington defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 85 points and allowed Oregon to connect on 8 threes.</p><h3>Will the Beavers Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>After losing three straight games, Oregon State will be looking to get back on track when they host Washington. The Beavers are 11-12 overall and 3-9 in Pac-12 play this season. They have gone 8-3 in non-conference games.</p>

<p>So far, Oregon State is 11-6 at home compared to 0-6 on the road. They have an average scoring margin of +2.5 at home compared to -18.3 on the road. The Beavers have been the underdog in 15 of their 23 games, going 3-12 in those contests.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Oregon State has an ATS record of 9-6. In their last 10 games as the underdog, the Beavers have gone 7-3 vs. the spread. At home, their ATS mark this year is 9-8 and they are 6-4 in their last 10 games vs. the spread at home. Their ATS record vs. the spread in their last 3 home games is 3-0 and they are 5-0 in their last 5 home games vs. the spread.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Oregon State games is 15-8. The average scoring total in their games is 141.7 points compared to an average over/under line of 137.8, resulting in an average margin of 3.9 points. Today's line of 148.5 is higher than the average scoring total in their last three games (130) and their last five games (141). On the year, 15 of their games have finished with more points than today's line.</p><p>Oregon State offense recently wrapped up a game with a total of 58 points against Washington State. In that game, they made 3/12 three-point attempts and achieved a field goal percentage of 44.9%. Offensively, the Beavers hold a season-long field goal percentage of 44%, placing them 221st in the national rankings. When it comes to three-pointers, they are ranked 307th in terms of percentage and 311st in three-pointers made.</p><p>On the defensive side, Oregon State is currently hovering around the NCAA's average for points allowed, conceding an average of 72.3 points per game. Oregon State's three-point defense is currently 105th in the country at 6.7 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 42.2% of their shots vs. Oregon State.</p>

Washington Huskies vs Oregon State Beavers Betting Pick & Prediction 2/10/24

<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 Scarlet Knights and Hoosiers game? Catch the action at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington, IN, as the Hoosiers hosts this showdown at 8:30 ET on PEAC. The odds for this Big Ten conference game currently have Indiana as the -5.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 157.5 points.</p><h3>RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS VS INDIANA HOOSIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Indiana Hoosiers -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall at 8:30 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE INDIANA HOOSIERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Hoosiers.</li><li>Not only will Indiana pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 157.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Scarlet Knights Pull Through as the Away Underdog?</h3><h3>Rutgers Scarlet Knights Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Rutgers improved to 8-5 on the season with a dominant 91-64 win over Columbia on Monday, December 30th. The Scarlet Knights were -12 point favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>After leading 44-35 at halftime, Rutgers clamped down defensively in the second half, allowing just 29 points while scoring 47 of their own. The total points for the game finished just under the O/U line of 155.5.</p><p>Rutgers put up 91 points in their last game, shooting 47.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.3%. They hit 59.5% of their two-point attempts, while connecting on 32.4% from beyond the arc, going 11-for-34 from three-point range.</p> <p>The Scarlet Knights dished out 26 assists, with Dylan Harper contributing 12 assists and 11 rebounds, along with 16 points on 4-of-7 three-point shooting. Ace Bailey led the team with 24 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 61.1% from the field.</p><p>Even though Rutgers gave up 64 points, they allowed their opponents to shoot 47% from the field. The Scarlet Knights struggled to contain two-point shots, with the other team hitting 59% of their attempts (25/42).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Rutgers held their opponents to 32% shooting, with 11 threes made on 34 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 12 times, where they converted 8 shots for 66%.</p><h3>Can the Hoosiers Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><p>Indiana improved to 10-3 on the season with a 77-68 win over Winthrop on Sunday. The Hoosiers were -16 point favorites going into the game, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 145, which was under the O/U line of 163.5.</p> <p>Indiana led 41-37 at halftime and outscored Winthrop 36-31 in the second half to secure the win.</p><p>Indiana's offense put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 45.5% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 1 of 20 attempts for a 5% three-point shooting percentage. Inside the arc, they were much more effective, connecting on 63% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>The Hoosiers also made 18 of 26 free throws, shooting 69.2% from the line, and grabbed 14 offensive rebounds. Myles Rice led the team with 18 points, while Malik Reneau, K.J. Doucet, and Kasen Harrison each added 14 points. Trey Galloway contributed 11 points and 5 assists.</p><p>Indiana's defense gave up 68 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field on 30 of 66 attempts. Most of the damage came from inside the arc, where they allowed 29 two-point baskets on 46 attempts, a 63% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Indiana's defense was more effective, holding the opposition to just 1 of 20 shooting, a 5% success rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 26 times, where they made 18, shooting 69%. Indiana gave up 14 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>The Golden Eagles and Dukes are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Dukes will host the game at Atlantic Union Bank Center in Harrisonburg, VA. The over/under for this Sun Belt conference contest is set at 142.5 points, with James Madison being favored by -11.5 at home against Southern Miss.</p><h3>SOUTHERN MISS GOLDEN EAGLES VS JAMES MADISON DUKES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Southern Miss Golden Eagles +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Atlantic Union Bank Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTHERN MISS GOLDEN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Dukes.</li><li>Even though we have James Madison winning straight-up, we like Southern Miss at +11.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Golden Eagles Win on the Road?</h3><p>Southern Miss improved to 4-7 on the season with a 68-66 win over Marshall on Saturday. The Golden Eagles, who were +3.5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>Southern Miss led 39-34 at halftime and scored 29 points in the 2nd half while allowing 32. The game’s total points of 134 fell under the O/U line of 146.5.</p><p>Southern Miss put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 48.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.6%. They hit 58.3% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, shooting just 30% on 6-of-20 attempts. Their free-throw shooting was also a concern, as they connected on only 44.4% from the line.</p> <p>The Golden Eagles grabbed 17 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists. Denijay Harris led the way with 29 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 62.5% from the field and 40% from three. Dezayne Mingo was efficient, hitting 6-of-7 shots overall and 2-of-3 from deep, finishing with 14 points.</p><p>Southern Miss allowed 66 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 48% from the field. The Golden Eagles gave up 21 two-point baskets on 36 attempts, a 58% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Southern Miss held their opponents to 6 made threes on 20 attempts, a 30% shooting performance. At the free-throw line, their opponents shot 44%, hitting 8 of 18 attempts. Southern Miss also allowed 17 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will James Madison Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>James Madison Dukes Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Dukes fell to 5-6 on the season after a 77-49 road loss to South Alabama on Saturday. Entering the game as +1 point underdogs, James Madison not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Trailing 34-26 at halftime, the Dukes managed just 23 points in the 2nd half while allowing 43. The game’s total points of 126 fell short of the O/U line of 137.5.</p><p>James Madison struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 49 points with a field goal percentage of 29.1%. They shot 32% from two-point range and 26.7% from beyond the arc, resulting in an effective field goal percentage of 36.4%.</p> <p>Myles Corey led the Dukes with 19 points and 7 assists, shooting 63.6% from the field. Barry Dunning Jr. added 16 points, hitting 58.3% of his shots, while Bryce Lindsay contributed 12 points, connecting on 4 of 12 three-point attempts.</p><p>James Madison's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 77 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 51% from the field. They had particular trouble inside, where the other team hit 74% of their two-point shots, going 20/27.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, James Madison's defense held the other team to 31% shooting, with 9 made threes on 29 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 11 times, where they converted 10 of those attempts. James Madison gave up 6 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Southern Miss Golden Eagles vs James Madison Dukes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>ESPN2 will be covering the week 14 matchup between the Kansas Jayhawks and Baylor Bears as they take the field at McLane Stadium in Waco. Kick-off is set for 12:00 ET, and the over/under line is currently at 61.5 points. The Jayhawks are coming in with a 5-6 record this season, while the Bears are 7-4. The Jayhawks are the slight -1 point spread favorite on the road.</p><h3>KANSAS JAYHAWKS VS BAYLOR BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kansas Jayhawks +1</p><p>This game will be played at McLane Stadium at 12:00 ET on Saturday, November 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KANSAS JAYHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Kansas Jayhawks winning this one by a score of 29 to 28</li><li>Not only do we have the Kansas Jayhawks winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +1</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 61.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Kansas Jayhawks Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>Kansas enters Week 14 with a 5-6 record, facing Baylor on the road. They are ranked 28th in our power rankings and have a 51.7% chance of becoming bowl-eligible. The Jayhawks are 3-2 at home and 1-4 on the road this season.</p> <p></p><p>Their ATS record stands at 5-5, with a +6.5 average scoring margin. Kansas is 1-3 against the spread as the favorite and 4-2 as the underdog.</p> <p></p><p>This week’s over/under line is 61.5 points, higher than any other game this season. Kansas’ over/under record is 5-5, with an average line of 55 points and an average game total of 55.1 points.</p><p>Kansas has leaned heavily on their rushing game this season, ranking 14th in the nation with 213.8 rushing yards per game. Devin Neal has been the focal point, amassing 1,133 yards and 15 touchdowns while averaging 5 yards per carry. The Jayhawks are also third in the nation in third-down conversions, converting 51.1% of their attempts.</p> <p>They are averaging 30.8 points per game, ranking 41st nationally, and are 14th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 14. Jalon Daniels has thrown for 2,174 yards with 14 touchdowns and 10 interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 84. Kansas ranks 90th in passing yards per game.</p><p>Heading into their matchup with Baylor, Kansas's defense ranks 49th nationally, allowing 24.3 points per game. They’ve given up 232.6 passing yards per game, ranking 111th, with a passer rating of 91.6 and a 61.3% completion rate. On the ground, they’ve allowed 143 rushing yards per game on 32.1 attempts, which is the 34th fewest rushing attempts faced in the country.</p> <p></p><p>In their recent game against Colorado, Kansas’s defense allowed 21 points, giving up 266 passing yards and three touchdowns but limited Colorado to just 43 rushing yards on 12 attempts. Overall, they allowed 309 total yards and 15 first downs.</p><h3>Will The Baylor Bears Win At Home Over The Kansas Jayhawks?</h3><p>Baylor enters Week 14 with a 7-4 record, ranked 37th in our power rankings. They have a 100% chance of being bowl-eligible but only a 0.8% chance of winning the Big 12. At home, the Bears are 3-1, while they’ve gone 3-2 on the road this season.</p> <p></p><p>Baylor has been favored in six of their 11 games, going 5-1 as the favorite. Their average scoring margin is +7.7 points, and they’ve covered the spread in seven of nine games, with a 4-1 ATS record on the road and 3-1 at home.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is 61.5 points. Baylor’s games have averaged 59.7 points, with an average over/under line of 53.5 points. Their over/under record is 6-3, with eight games having lower lines than this week’s total.</p><p>Heading into week 14, Baylor’s offense is averaging 33.7 points per game, ranking 24th in the nation. They are 32nd in our offensive power rankings. Sawyer Robertson leads the passing attack with 2,316 yards and a passer rating of 102. He has thrown 22 touchdowns and 7 interceptions.</p> <p>Baylor is 48th in passing yards per game, averaging 240.2 yards, and they convert 40.5% of their third downs. Bryson Washington has rushed for 812 yards and 10 touchdowns, averaging 5 yards per carry. Josh Cameron leads the receivers with 541 yards and 8 touchdowns.</p><p>Baylor's defense played a key role in their recent 20-10 win over Houston, allowing just 10 points and forcing three interceptions. They limited Houston to 239 total yards, including 92 rushing yards on 26 attempts and 147 passing yards.</p> <p></p><p>On average, Baylor's defense has given up 26 points per game this season. They’ve allowed 151.5 rushing yards per game and 222.6 passing yards, with opposing quarterbacks completing 56% of their passes and posting a passer rating of 77.5.</p>

Kansas Jayhawks vs Baylor Bears Betting Pick & Prediction 11/30/24

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<p>Looking to win big? The Anteaters and Mustangs face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Mustangs are hosting the game at Mott Athletics Center in San Luis Obispo, CA. UC Irvine come into this Big West conference matchup as the -8.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 158.5 points.</p><h3>UC IRVINE ANTEATERS VS CAL POLY MUSTANGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Cal Poly Mustangs +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mott Athletics Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAL POLY MUSTANGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Mustangs.</li><li>Not only will Cal Poly pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 158.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Does UC Irvine Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><h3>UC Irvine Anteaters Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>UC Irvine improved to 10-2 on the season with a 71-63 win over California Baptist on Monday. The Anteaters were -3.5 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the win.</p> <p>After trailing 29-25 at halftime, UC Irvine turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring the Lancers 46-34. The game’s total points ended at 134, falling short of the 142.5 O/U line.</p><p>UC Irvine put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 53.6%, with a strong 58.5% inside the arc, but they struggled from three-point range, hitting just 4 of 15 attempts (26.7%).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Anteaters connected on 11 of 14 shots (78.6%). Bent Leuchten led the way with 20 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 75% from the field. Adam Moussa also had a big game, scoring 19 points and hitting 5 of 7 threes (71.4%).</p><p>UC Irvine's defense held their opponent to 63 points, with a field goal percentage of 40% (24/60). They limited two-point shooting to 45% (15/33).</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Anteaters allowed 9 threes on 27 attempts (33%). They sent their opponent to the line just 7 times, where they made 6 free throws (85%).</p><h3>Can Cal Poly Lock in a Home Win?</h3><h3>Cal Poly Mustangs Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Cal Poly's season record dropped to 5-8 after an 86-82 loss to Omaha on Saturday. The Mustangs, who were -2 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>In the game, Cal Poly trailed 43-38 at halftime. They scored 44 points in the 2nd half but allowed 43, unable to make up the deficit. The total points for the game reached 168, surpassing the O/U line of 160.5.</p><p>Cal Poly's offense put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 46.4% from the field. They connected on 40% of their three-point attempts, hitting 12 of 30, and were nearly perfect from the free-throw line, making 18 of 19 for a 94.7% rate.</p> <p>Marquel Sutton led the way with 24 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 50% from the field. Jarred Hyder added 22 points, hitting 4 threes at a 40% clip, while Owen Koonce contributed 20 points, also shooting 40% from deep.</p><p>Cal Poly gave up 86 points, with their opponents shooting 44% from the field. They allowed 57% shooting on two-pointers, with the opposing team making 23 of 40 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Cal Poly's defense held their opponents to 27% shooting, as they hit 8 of 29 threes. The Mustangs also sent them to the line 24 times, where they converted 16 free throws.</p>

UC Irvine Anteaters vs Cal Poly Mustangs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Both the Phillies and Braves are sending young pitchers to the mound on Thursday, as Cristopher Sanchez gets the start for the Phillies, while the Braves are starting Spencer Schwellenbach. This NL East matchup has a start time of 7:08 PM ET from Truist Park in Atlanta. FOX is carrying this one on TV.</p>

<p>The Phillies are 74-52 this season, while the Braves are 67-59. Philadelphia is currently favored on the money line, and the over/under line is at 8 runs. This game will be played in Atlanta, and the Braves are second in the NL East.</p><h3>ATLANTA BRAVES VS PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Atlanta Braves Moneyline -112</p><p>This game will be played at Truist Park at 7:08 ET on Thursday, August 22nd.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE PHILLIES VS BRAVES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Braves winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Braves to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Atlanta wasted an excellent outing from Max Fried, as he went seven innings and gave up just two runs as the Braves starter vs. the Phillies. Fried did serve up a home run and finished with just four strikeouts. On the other side, Aaron Nola got the start for Philadelphia, going 5 1/3 innings and giving up two earned runs.</p>

<p>Philadelphia's offense was led by Weston Wilson, who homered twice and went 2/3 at the plate. He scored all three of the Phillies' runs. As for the Braves, Orlando Arcia hit a home run and went 1/3.</p>

<p>The Phillies bullpen was able to close things out, as Matt Strahm got the win and Carlos Estevez got the save. Joe Jimenez took the loss for Atlanta out of the bullpen.</p><h3>Phillies Records & Stats</h3><p>With a record of 74-52, the Phillies lead the NL East by seven games over the Braves. The Phillies took the series opener but dropped game two, so they will look to take the series lead today. So far, they have gone 20-13 against other teams in the NL East.</p>

<p>At home, the Phillies have been strong this year, going 42-23. On the road, they are just above .500 at 32-29. As the favorite, the Phillies are 63-40 this year, and they are 22-19 when favored on the road. Looking at their overall series record, the Phillies are 21-14-6 this year.</p>

<p>Philadelphia's overall record is 74-52 heading into today's game vs. the Braves. They lead the NL East by seven games over the Braves. The Phillies are 20-13 against the NL East this year. As for their overall series record, the Phillies are 21-14-6.</p><p>When the Phillies are on the road, they are a team that is very close to even in terms of run differential, with a +0.2 run scoring margin. Their overall run line record is 61-65, and they are 30-31 against the run line on the road. As the favorite, they are 49-54 against the run line, while as the underdog they are 12-11. In games they win, they have an average run differential of +3.9, while in games they lose, it's -3.6.</p><p>The Philadelphia Phillies are on the road today against the Atlanta Braves. The over/under line for the game is set at 8 runs. The Phillies have played in games with an average of 8.9 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 58-62. When the over/under line is set at 8 runs, their record is 17-14-1. So far this season, 48.4% of their games have had over/under lines set at 8 or higher, and 26.2% have had lines set at 7.5 or lower. Their current under streak is at 2 games.</p><p>Left-hander Cristopher Sánchez gets the start for the Phillies today as he faces the Braves on the road. He has made 24 starts this season and has a record of 9-8 with a 3.46 ERA. Sánchez's WHIP for the season is currently 1.25, and opponents are batting .253 off him this year. In his 24 appearances, Sánchez has turned in 13 quality starts, along with two complete games and one shutout. His most recent outing was a strong one, as he went nine innings, giving up just one earned run and picking up the win. Before that, he had given up at least one homer in three straight outings.</p><p>Philadelphia has been one of the league's top home run-hitting teams this season, as they come into the game ranked 9th in the league in home runs. As a team, they are averaging 4.8 runs per game (8th) and have been even better at home, putting up 5.3 runs per contest. The Phillies are also among the league leaders in batting average, on-base percentage, and slugging percentage.</p>

<p>Over his last five games, Trea Turner has gone 7/19 with four runs scored and three RBIs. For the season, he is batting .295 with 13 homers and 85 RBIs, which leads the team and is 9th best in the league. Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper are also near the top of the league in home runs, with Schwarber's 28 homers leading the team and Harper's 26 homers being 2nd on the Phillies.</p><h3>Braves Records & Stats</h3><p>Heading into today's matchup vs. the Phillies, the Braves are 67-59 overall, which has them seven games behind the Phillies for the NL East lead. So far, they have gone 19-17 in divisional games. The Braves will look to take the series lead over the Phillies today, as the two teams are currently tied 1-1 in the series.</p>

<p>Atlanta has been good on the road this year, going 34-32, and they have been slightly better at home, coming in with a mark of 33-27. As the favorite, the Braves are 57-46 this year, and they are 10-13 as the underdog. The Braves have an overall series record of 20-15-5 and have won two straight series.</p><p>The Braves have a run line record of 58-68 on the season, and they are 25-35 against the run line at home. They have a run line record of 33-33 on the road and have covered the run line in two straight games. As the favorite, they are 45-58 against the run line, while they are 13-10 as the underdog. Their average run margin on the season is +0.4 runs per game.</p><p>The Atlanta Braves are at home today against the Philadelphia Phillies. The over/under line for the game is set at 8 runs. The Braves have a combined run average of 8.2 runs per game this season. Their over/under record for the season is 47-74, and their average over/under line is also 8 runs. When the line is set at 8 runs, their record is 7-13-1. Overall, 59.5% of their games have had over/under lines set above 8 runs. Their current under streak is at 3 games.</p><p>Spencer Schwellenbach is looking to bounce back from a rough outing vs. the Angels, as he gave up three earned runs in five innings of work. He ended up taking the loss in that outing. Before that, he had pitched well, turning in three straight quality starts. Schwellenbach has a record of 4-6 this season and an ERA of 4.04. Opponents are batting .230 off the right-hander this season. Per nine innings, he is averaging 10.11 strikeouts and just 1.67 walks. For the year, he has allowed 10 homers.</p><p>Marcell Ozuna has been on a tear of late for the Braves, going 10/17 with two homers and six runs scored over his last five games. Ozuna is currently on a six-game hitting streak and is batting .309 for the season, and his 37 homers are the 3rd most in the league. Matt Olson is 2nd on the team with 21 homers but has a batting average of just .226.</p>

<p>As a team, the Braves are 4th in home runs and are averaging 4.3 runs per game. Their team batting average of .241 is 12th in the league, and they are also near the top of the league in isolated power. Overall, they have been an average offense in terms of scoring runs.</p>

Philadelphia Phillies vs Atlanta Braves Betting Pick & Prediction 8/22/24

<p>Betting on today's Pirates and Cougars game? Catch the action at TD Arena in Charleston, SC, as the Cougars hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on FloC. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 148.5 points, and Charleston is favored by -9.5 to win at home against Hampton.</p><h3>HAMPTON PIRATES VS CHARLESTON COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Hampton Pirates +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HAMPTON PIRATES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Even though we have Charleston winning straight-up, we like Hampton at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Is an Upset Waiting to Happen on the Road?</h3><h3>Hampton Pirates Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Hampton improved to 5-5 on the season with an 83-67 win over Howard on Saturday, December 28th. The Pirates, who were -4 favorites, covered the spread and the game’s total points of 150 went over the O/U line of 144.5.</p> 

<p>After leading 31-23 at halftime, Hampton’s offense exploded for 52 points in the 2nd half, while allowing 44 points to Howard.</p><p>Hampton put up 83 points in their last game, shooting 47.2% from the field and hitting 41.9% from three-point range, connecting on 13 of 31 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 60.4%, and they also shot 83.3% from the free-throw line, making 20 of 24 attempts.</p> <p>Blake Harper led the way with 34 points, shooting 55.6% overall and 66.7% from deep. The Pirates dished out 19 assists, with Noah Farrakhan contributing 7 assists along with 17 points. Kyrese Mullen added 9 rebounds and hit 2 of 3 from beyond the arc.</p><p>Despite giving up 67 points, Hampton's defense struggled to contain their opponent, who shot 47% from the field, including 54% on two-point attempts. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 24 times, where they converted 20 free throws at an 83% rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Hampton allowed 13 threes on 31 attempts, with their opponent shooting 41% from three-point range. The Pirates also gave up 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Cougars?</h3><h3>Charleston Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Charleston improved to 9-3 on the season with an 84-81 road win over Charlotte on Wednesday. Despite being -5.5 favorites, the Cougars didn’t cover the spread, and the game’s total points of 165 exceeded the O/U line of 148.5.</p> 

<p>Charleston led 46-31 at halftime but allowed 50 points in the 2nd half while scoring 38 themselves, making the game closer than expected.</p><p>Charleston put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 46.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.2%. They were strong inside, hitting 61.8% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, making just 28.6% of their threes (8/28).</p> <p>Ante Brzovic led the way with 32 points and 14 rebounds, shooting 72.2% from the field. Jaehshon Thomas added 23 points, hitting 4 of 8 from three, while AJ Smith contributed 17 points, connecting on 50% of his threes (2/4).</p><p>Even with Charleston allowing 81 points, they held the opposing team to just 39% shooting from the field. The Cougars gave up 19 two-pointers on 36 attempts, a 52% success rate for their opponents.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Charleston's defense limited the other team to 22% shooting, with just 6 made threes on 27 attempts. The Cougars also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 33 times, where they converted 25, shooting 75%.</p>

Hampton Pirates vs Charleston Cougars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Greyhounds and Crusaders game? Catch the action at Hart Center in Worcester, MA, as the Crusaders hosts this showdown at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this Patriot League conference game currently have Holy Cross as the -2.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 140.5 points.</p><h3>LOYOLA MARYLAND GREYHOUNDS VS HOLY CROSS CRUSADERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Holy Cross Crusaders -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Hart Center at 6:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOLY CROSS CRUSADERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Crusaders.</li><li>Not only will Holy Cross pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Loyola Maryland Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><h3>Loyola Maryland Greyhounds Recent Game</h3> 

<p>Loyola Maryland fell to 4-6 on the season after an 84-65 road loss to DePaul on Saturday. Entering the game as +18.5 point underdogs, the Greyhounds failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>DePaul jumped out to a 44-26 lead at halftime, and while Loyola Maryland scored 39 points in the 2nd half, they allowed 40. The total points for the game hit 149, going over the pre-game line of 144.5.</p><p>NJ Benson and Jacob Theodosiou both scored 22 points in Loyola Maryland's recent game, with Theodosiou shooting 90% from the field, including 3-of-4 from beyond the arc. Benson added 17 rebounds and shot 71.4% overall.</p> <p>As a team, the Greyhounds shot 44.4% from the field, hitting 6-of-17 from three-point range (35.3%) and 11-of-20 from the free-throw line (55%). They finished with 15 assists and 7 offensive rebounds, posting an effective field goal percentage of 50%.</p><p>Despite Loyola Maryland's defense giving up 84 points, they limited their opponent's three-point shooting to just 5/24, a 20% success rate. However, their defense struggled inside, allowing 57% shooting on two-point attempts, with the opposing team hitting 26 of 45 shots.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, Loyola Maryland's opponent went 17/23, converting 73% of their attempts. The Greyhounds also allowed 16 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Crusaders Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><h3>Holy Cross Crusaders Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Holy Cross improved to 6-5 on the season after a 78-70 road win over Siena on Friday, December 20th. The Crusaders entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs but not only pulled off the upset, they also covered the spread.</p> 

<p>After leading 27-23 at halftime, Holy Cross exploded for 51 points in the 2nd half while allowing 47. The total points for the game ended at 148, surpassing the O/U line of 131.5.</p><p>Holy Cross put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 45.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 58.2%, thanks to hitting 15 of 29 threes at a 51.7% clip, while struggling inside the arc, shooting just 38.5% on twos.</p> <p>Joe Nugent led the way, hitting 6 of 9 threes, finishing with 20 points. Marcus Jackson and Justice Shoats each added 17 points, with Shoats connecting on 2 of 3 from deep.</p><p>Holy Cross gave up 70 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 49% from the field. Inside the arc, the Crusaders allowed 57% shooting, as their opponents went 23/40 on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Holy Cross held their opponents to 26% shooting, as they made just 4 of 15 three-point attempts. The Crusaders also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 12 free throws for 66%.</p>

Loyola Maryland Greyhounds vs Holy Cross Crusaders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Red Wolves and Monarchs game? Catch the action at Chartway Arena in Norfolk, VA, as the Monarchs hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. Arkansas State is favored by -11.5 in this Sun Belt conference matchup the against Old Dominion. The over/under for the game is set at 154.5 points.</p><h3>ARKANSAS STATE RED WOLVES VS OLD DOMINION MONARCHS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Old Dominion Monarchs +11.5</p><p>This game will be played at Chartway Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 2nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OLD DOMINION MONARCHS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-67 in favor of the Monarchs.</li><li>Not only will Old Dominion pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +11.5.</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>Do the Red Wolves Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><h3>Arkansas State Red Wolves Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Arkansas State improved to 9-3 on the season with a dominant 97-67 win over Coastal Carolina on Saturday. The Red Wolves, who were favored by 15 points, covered the spread and the game’s total points of 164 exceeded the O/U line of 141.5.</p> 

<p>Leading 53-22 at halftime, Arkansas State’s defense slipped in the second half, allowing 45 points while scoring 44. Despite the defensive letdown, they maintained control and secured the win.</p><p>Arkansas State's offense exploded for 97 points in their last game, shooting 55% from the field and an impressive 53.3% from three-point range, hitting 16 of 30 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was a remarkable 68.3%, and they also connected on 78.9% of their free throws, going 15 for 19 from the line.</p> <p>Josh Hill led the way with 26 points in just 16 minutes, shooting 50% from three on 6 of 12 attempts. Jordan Battle added 20 points and 7 rebounds, hitting 3 of 4 from beyond the arc, while Joseph Pinion contributed 19 points, knocking down 4 of 7 threes. The Red Wolves dished out 20 assists as a team.</p><p>Despite Arkansas State's defensive efforts, they gave up 67 points, with their opponent shooting 55% from the field. The Red Wolves allowed 33 made field goals on 60 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Arkansas State's opponent shot 53%, hitting 16 of 30 attempts. They also sent them to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 15 for 78%.</p><h3>Do the Monarchs Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><h3>Old Dominion Monarchs Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Old Dominion improved to 3-8 on the season with an 80-75 road win over Louisiana-Monroe on Saturday. Entering the game as +3 underdogs, the Monarchs not only secured the win but also covered the spread.</p> <p>ODU led 32-29 at halftime and scored 36 points in the 2nd half, while allowing 39. The total points for the game reached 155, surpassing the O/U line of 143.5.</p><p>Old Dominion put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 39.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 45.5%. They hit 33.3% of their threes (8/24) and were strong at the free-throw line, making 20 of 24 attempts (83.3%). Offensive rebounding was a key factor, as they grabbed 19 boards on that end.</p> <p>Robert Davis Jr. led the way with 32 points, hitting 7 threes at a 50% clip (7/14) and shooting 47.1% overall. Jacob Wilson added 23 points, connecting on 5 of 8 from deep (62.5%), while also contributing 6 rebounds. R.J. Blakney was a force on the boards, pulling down 13 rebounds to go along with 11 points.</p><p>Old Dominion's defense held their opponent to 75 points on 36% shooting from the field, as they went 24/65 overall. The Monarchs limited two-point opportunities, with the opposing team hitting just 35% of their shots inside the arc, going 17/48.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opponent shot 41%, making 7 of their 17 attempts. At the free-throw line, they converted 20 of 26 attempts, shooting 76%. Old Dominion also gave up 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

Arkansas State Red Wolves vs Old Dominion Monarchs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/2/25

<p>Betting on today's Kraken and Maple Leafs game? Catch the action at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON, as the Maple Leafs hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6.5 goals, and the Maple Leafs are favored by -1.5 vs. the Kraken.</p><h3>SEATTLE KRAKEN VS TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Maple Leafs -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scotiabank Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, October 31st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS:</h3><ul><li>Looking at our projections, the Maple Leafs are expected to take down the Kraken by a score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Maple Leafs on the moneyline</li><li>The Maple Leafs should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Will the Kraken Make it Happen in Toronto?</h3><p>Seattle moved above .500 with an 8-2 win over the Canadiens. The Kraken covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 10 goals easily surpassed the pre-game line of 6. Seattle’s record now stands at 5-4-1.</p> 

<p>Six different players scored for the Kraken, with Brandon Montour leading the way with a hat trick. Seattle scored their first goal just 25 seconds into the game and had four goals by the end of the first period.</p><p>Seattle’s offense exploded for 8 goals on just 23 shots in their recent game against Montreal. Brandon Montour led the way with a hat trick, netting his 2nd, 3rd, and 4th goals of the season. Oliver Bjorkstrand added his 3rd goal, while Eeli Tolvanen also found the net for the 3rd time this year.</p> <p>Chandler Stephenson contributed with 3 assists, bringing his season total to 7. Jared McCann picked up two more assists, giving him 9 for the season. The Kraken scored 4 times in the first period, with Jaden Schwartz’s 2nd goal coming on a power play, one of three power-play goals for the team.</p><p>On defense, the Kraken will look to build on a strong performance from their previous game, where they allowed just two goals to the Canadiens. Joey Daccord made 28 saves, posting a 93.3% save percentage. The Kraken's defense also contributed 4 takeaways, 16 hits, and 17 blocks. Seattle will look to tighten up in the third period, as they allowed a late goal with 4:32 remaining.</p><h3>Can the Maple Leafs Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>With a 6-4 win over the Jets, the Maple Leafs moved to 5-4-1 this season. Toronto covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total for the game was set at 5.5 goals, with the 10 combined goals easily surpassing that mark.</p> 

<p>Four different players scored for the Maple Leafs, with John Tavares leading the way with a hat trick. Toronto built a 4-0 lead before the Jets responded with two goals, both on the power play.</p><p>John Tavares led the way for the Maple Leafs in their 6-4 win over the Jets, netting his first hat trick of the season. Tavares’ 5th goal came on an empty net with just 25 seconds left in the game. Matthew Knies added his 5th goal of the season, while Morgan Rielly scored for the 3rd time this year.</p> <p>Toronto took 36 shots on goal and scored twice in the 1st period, added three more in the 2nd, and capped it off with Tavares’ empty-netter in the 3rd. The Leafs recorded 11 giveaways and notched 10 assists in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Maple Leafs will look to improve after allowing four goals to the Jets in their previous game. Anthony Stolarz made 19 saves with a save percentage of 82.6%. Toronto's defense also contributed 10 takeaways and 25 hits. The Maple Leafs had a 4-0 lead before giving up two power-play goals in the 2nd period and two more goals in the 3rd.</p>

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