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<p>At 3:30 ET, Penn State will host Maryland at Beaver Stadium in University Park for what should be an interesting week 14 matchup. Penn State comes in with a 10-1 record this season, and they are the heavy favorite at -24.5 points. The over/under line is currently set at 50.5 points. The game can be seen on BTN.</p><h3>MARYLAND TERRAPINS VS PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Penn State Nittany Lions -24.5</p><p>This game will be played at Beaver Stadium at 3:30 ET on Saturday, November 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Penn State Nittany Lions winning this one by a score of 41 to 13</li><li>Not only do we have the Penn State Nittany Lions winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -24.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 50.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Maryland Terrapins Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Maryland enters Week 14 against Penn State with a 4-7 record, ranked 67th in our power rankings. They are out of bowl contention, with a 2-4 record at home and 1-3 on the road this season.</p> <p></p><p>The Terrapins have been favored in four games, going 1-3 as the favorite. Their average scoring margin is -4 points per game, and they have a 4-6 record against the spread.</p> <p></p><p>Maryland’s over/under record is 6-3-1, with their games averaging 54.4 points. This week’s line is 50.5, slightly above their average line of 49.5 points.</p><p>Maryland’s offense is ranked 69th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 14, and they are 70th in points per game, scoring 25.2. Billy Edwards Jr. has thrown for 2,881 yards, completing 65% of his passes, with 15 touchdowns and 9 interceptions. His passer rating is 87.</p> <p>Maryland is 4th in passing attempts and completions, averaging 42.3 attempts and 27.3 completions per game. They are 12th in passing yards, with 289.6 per game. On the ground, they are 112th in rushing, averaging 116.7 yards per game. Roman Hemby leads the team with 543 rushing yards and six touchdowns. Tai Felton has 1,097 receiving yards and nine touchdowns on 92 catches.</p><p>Maryland's defense has struggled this season, allowing an average of 29.2 points per game. In their recent game against Iowa, they gave up 29 points, allowing 21 first downs and 349 total yards, including 273 rushing yards on 57 attempts.</p> <p>Opponents have averaged 245.7 passing yards per game against Maryland, ranking them 131st nationally. Quarterbacks have completed 62.2% of their passes, with a passer rating of 92.6. On the ground, Maryland has allowed 133.8 rushing yards per game, which ranks 56th in the country.</p><h3>Are The Penn State Nittany Lions Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Penn State enters Week 14 against Maryland with a 10-1 record, ranked 9th in our power rankings. They have a 100% chance of being bowl-eligible and a 4.2% chance of winning the Big Ten. However, they have a 98.7% chance of making the playoff, the third-highest in the country.</p> <p></p><p>The Nittany Lions are 5-1 at home and 4-0 on the road this season. They’ve been favored in nine of their 11 games, going 9-0 as the favorite. Their average scoring margin is +17.7 points per game, and their ATS record stands at 5-5.</p> <p></p><p>Penn State’s over/under record is 3-7, with their games averaging 47 points. The average over/under line for their games is 49.6 points, and this week’s line is slightly higher at 50.5 points.</p><p>Penn State’s offense is averaging 32.4 points per game, placing them 32nd in the nation heading into week 14. However, they rank 7th in our offensive power rankings. Quarterback Drew Allar has thrown for 2,497 yards with a passer rating of 116, and the team ranks 6th nationally in passer rating. Allar has 17 touchdowns and five interceptions, completing 72.2% of his passes, the third-best mark in the country. Penn State converts 48.8% of their third downs, ranking 8th nationally.</p><p></p><p>On the ground, Penn State averages 193.7 rushing yards per game. Kaytron Allen leads the team with 664 rushing yards, five touchdowns, and an average of 4 yards per carry. Harrison Wallace III is the top receiver with 579 yards and three touchdowns on 35 catches.</p><p>Penn State's defense has been strong this season, ranking 7th nationally by allowing just 14.6 points per game. They’ve been particularly effective against the run, giving up only 102 rushing yards per game, which ranks 13th in the country. Opposing quarterbacks have managed a passer rating of just 75.1 against Penn State, completing 57.2% of their passes and averaging 174.1 passing yards per game, the 18th-lowest figure nationally.</p><p></p><p>In their recent game against Minnesota, Penn State’s defense allowed 25 points but still secured a 26-25 victory. They gave up 282 total yards, including 107 rushing yards on 35 attempts and 175 passing yards. The defense also forced one interception in the game.</p>

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<p>At 7:00 ET, the Cleveland Cavaliers (-991) will host the Utah Jazz (+640) in a non-conference matchup. The Cavaliers are favored by 14 points, and the over/under line is set at 232.5.</p>

<p>Utah comes into this game with a 7-20 record, which puts them 14th in the Western Conference. They have won two games in a row. Cleveland is 25-4 and has won four straight. They are currently the top team in the Eastern Conference.</p><h3>UTAH JAZZ VS CLEVELAND CAVALIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Utah Jazz +14</p><p>This game will be played at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UTAH JAZZ:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 137-130 in favor of the Jazz.</li><li>Our projections have Lauri Markkanen finishing with 21 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Jazz finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.1% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Jazz Win in Cleveland?</h3><p>Utah improved to 7-20 this season with a 105-94 win over the Nets on Saturday. The Jazz, who were +1.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread. The total points for the game were 199, falling well short of the 220.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 24-19 at the end of the 1st quarter, Utah took control by outscoring Brooklyn 31-21 in the 2nd quarter and 25-18 in the 3rd. They entered the 4th quarter with a 75-63 lead and held off the Nets, who edged them 31-30 in the final period.</p><p>Lauri Markkanen led the Jazz with 21 points in their win over the Nets, scoring 14 in the 4th quarter despite shooting just 38.1% from the field and 23.1% from three. Svi Mykhailiuk and Collin Sexton each added 18 points, with Mykhailiuk hitting 4 threes at a 50% rate.</p> <p>Utah made 14 threes as a team, shooting 34.1% from deep and 47.7% overall. Sexton and Mykhailiuk both scored 8 points in the 2nd quarter, while Markkanen's big 4th quarter helped secure the win.</p><p>The Jazz put on a defensive clinic against the Nets, giving up just 94 points in the win. They held Brooklyn to 24 points in the 1st quarter, 21 in the 2nd, and a mere 18 in the 3rd. Even with a 31-point 4th quarter, Utah's defense was solid throughout.</p> <p>Utah limited the Nets to 40% shooting, including just 17% from beyond the arc, where Brooklyn made only 7 threes. The Jazz also recorded 11 steals and 8 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Does Cleveland Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>The Cavaliers improved to 25-4 on the season with a dominant 126-99 win over the 76ers on Saturday. Playing at home, Cleveland entered the game as 9-point favorites and covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game reached 225, just over the pre-game line of 221.5.</p> <p>After a 30-30 tie in the 1st quarter, Cleveland took control by outscoring Philadelphia 36-25 in the 2nd and 33-21 in the 3rd. Heading into the 4th with a 99-76 lead, the Cavaliers went on a 10-0 run, stretching the score from 107-82 to 117-82.</p><p>The Cavaliers put on an offensive show in their win over the 76ers, shooting 53.3% from the field and hitting 22 three-pointers at a 51.2% clip. Darius Garland led the way with 26 points, connecting on 6 threes at 85.7% efficiency.</p> <p>Evan Mobley added 22 points and 13 rebounds, while Donovan Mitchell contributed 19 points, 13 of which came in the 1st quarter. Garland scored 13 points in the 3rd quarter, and Mobley added 10 in the same period.</p><p>The Cavaliers tightened up defensively after a shaky 1st quarter, allowing just 69 points over the final three periods to hold the 76ers to 99 points. Cleveland's defense was particularly strong in the 3rd quarter, where they gave up just 21 points.</p> <p>Overall, the Cavaliers held the 76ers to 40% shooting from the field, including 32% from beyond the arc, where Philadelphia made 11 threes. Cleveland also recorded 8 steals and 1 block in the game.</p>

Utah Jazz vs Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>Betting on today's Rangers and Devils game? Catch the action at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, as the Devils hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. This Metropolitan division matchup has an over/under of 6 goals, and the Devils are favored by -1.5 at home vs. the Rangers.</p><h3>NEW YORK RANGERS VS NEW JERSEY DEVILS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New Jersey Devils -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Prudential Center at 1:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW JERSEY DEVILS:</h3><ul><li>Coming in as 1.5 goal favorites, our projections have the Devils picking up a  4-3 win.</li><li>Take the Devils on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Rangers (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can New York Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><p>The Rangers evened their record at 16-16-1 with a 5-2 victory over the Islanders. As -1.5 goal favorites, they covered the puck line, and the total of 7 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.</p> 

<p>Four different players scored for the Rangers, with Artemi Panarin leading the way with two goals. Chris Kreider opened the scoring with a short-handed goal at 16:16 in the first period.</p><p>Artemi Panarin scored twice, with his 9th goal coming on an empty net and his 8th on a power play. Chris Kreider netted his 8th goal as well, while Vincent Trocheck added his 4th. Adam Edstrom scored for the first time this season.</p> <p>Mika Zibanejad contributed with three assists, bringing his total to 8 for the season. The Rangers took 40 shots on goal, scoring once on a power play and once while shorthanded.</p><p>Defensively, the Rangers will look to carry over their third-period performance from their previous game against the Islanders, where they didn't allow a goal in the final frame. Igor Shesterkin made 35 saves with a 94.6% save percentage, and the Rangers’ defense added 10 takeaways and 19 hits. The only goal they allowed in the third came with just 8 seconds left in the second period.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored New Jersey?</h3><p>The Devils fell to 22-11-3 after a 3-0 road loss to the Flames. New Jersey entered the game as the puck line favorites, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell well short.</p> <p>The game was scoreless until the third period, when the Flames broke through at 5:34. New Jersey’s offense couldn’t find the net, managing just 22 shots and committing 19 giveaways.</p><p>New Jersey's offense was shut out in their 3-0 loss to Calgary, despite putting 22 shots on goal. The Devils had 19 giveaways and were unable to score in any period.</p> <p>New Jersey didn't score on the power play, nor did they manage any shorthanded or empty net goals. The team was held without a goal for the entire game.</p><p>Defensively, the Devils held firm through two periods, but they gave up three goals in the third, including an empty-netter. Jacob Markstrom made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage. New Jersey's defense also recorded 5 takeaways, 22 hits, and 15 blocks.</p>

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<p>The Nuggets (-211) are a 5.5-point favorite against the Suns (+176) in a Western Conference matchup. Denver (15-11) is 5th in the West, while Phoenix (14-13) is 11th.</p>

<p>The over/under line for the game is 233 points. Tipoff is scheduled for 10:00 ET at Ball Arena in Denver. ALT will broadcast the game.</p><h3>PHOENIX SUNS VS DENVER NUGGETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Denver Nuggets -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ball Arena at 10:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DENVER NUGGETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 124-110 in favor of the Nuggets.</li><li>Our projections have Nikola Jokic finishing with 28 points, 13 rebounds and 9 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Nuggets finishing with a field goal percentage of 49.0% and knocking down 11 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can The Suns Secure a Win at Denver?</h3><p>The Suns dropped to 14-13 after a 133-125 home loss to the Pistons on Saturday. Phoenix, favored by 5.5 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 258.5 went well over the 224.5-point line.</p> <p>Detroit’s 10-0 run early on set the tone, but Phoenix fought back, outscoring the Pistons 33-23 in the 2nd quarter. However, the Pistons edged out the Suns 39-35 in the 3rd, and despite Phoenix’s 31-30 advantage in the 4th, they couldn’t close the gap after entering the final quarter down 103-94.</p><p>Kevin Durant poured in 43 points, including 13 in both the 3rd and 4th quarters, in the Suns' 125-point effort against the Pistons. Bradley Beal added 26 points, with 12 coming in the 2nd quarter, while Tyus Jones contributed 19 points, hitting 3 threes at 100% efficiency.</p> <p>Phoenix shot 57.7% from the field and 48.3% from beyond the arc, connecting on 14 threes. Durant hit 4 threes, shooting 44.4% from deep, and added 6 assists and 5 rebounds.</p><p>Defensively, the Suns struggled against the Pistons, giving up 133 points on 55% shooting. Phoenix allowed 41 points in the 1st quarter and 39 in the 3rd, with Detroit scoring 30 in the 4th to seal the win.</p> <p>The Suns also had trouble defending the three, as the Pistons hit 19 threes at a 48% clip. Phoenix sent Detroit to the line 22 times, where they made 16 free throws. The Suns finished with 9 steals and 1 block.</p><h3>Will the Nuggets Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p>Denver improved to 15-11 on the season with a 132-129 win over the Pelicans on Sunday. Despite being -8.5 point favorites, the Nuggets didn’t cover the spread, winning by just three points. The game’s total score of 261 points exceeded the O/U line of 231.5 by 29.5 points.</p> <p>Denver mounted a comeback after trailing 93-81 entering the 4th quarter. They outscored the Pelicans 38-26 in the final period to secure the win.</p><p>Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray each scored 27 points in the Nuggets' 132-129 win over the Pelicans, with Jokic adding 13 rebounds and 10 assists. Russell Westbrook contributed 21 points, shooting 64.3% from the field.</p> <p>Denver hit just 10 three-pointers, shooting 30.3% from deep, but finished with an overall field goal percentage of 50.5%. Jokic made 2 threes, hitting 66.7% from beyond the arc, while Murray also connected on 2 threes, shooting 22.2%.</p><p>Despite a shaky 2nd quarter where the Nuggets gave up 38 points, they tightened up defensively in the 3rd and 4th quarters, allowing just 26 points in each to help secure the win. Denver held the Pelicans to 46% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Nuggets did a solid job defending the three, as New Orleans shot just 30% from deep, making 12 threes. Denver also sent the Pelicans to the line 23 times, where they hit 17 free throws. The Nuggets finished with 10 steals and 8 blocks.</p>

Phoenix Suns vs Denver Nuggets Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>At 8:30 ET, the Portland Trail Blazers (9-19) will take on the Dallas Mavericks (18-10) at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. The Mavericks are currently favored by 10 points and are 4th in the Western Conference, while the Trail Blazers are 13th in the West.</p>

<p>This Western Conference matchup can be seen on KATU.</p><h3>PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS VS DALLAS MAVERICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Trail Blazers +10</p><p>This game will be played at American Airlines Center at 8:30 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 160-134 in favor of the Trail Blazers.</li><li>Our projections have Anfernee Simons finishing with 20 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Trail Blazers finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.8% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Trail Blazers Make it Happen in Dallas?</h3><p>The Trail Blazers fell to 9-19 on the season after a 114-94 road loss to the Spurs on Saturday. Portland entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs but couldn’t keep it close, losing by 20 points. The total score of 208 points fell short of the 225.5-point over/under line.</p> <p>Portland trailed 60-44 at halftime after a rough 2nd quarter, where they were outscored 35-24. The Blazers couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, as both teams scored 27 points in each of the final two quarters.</p><p>In their 114-94 loss to the Spurs, the Trail Blazers struggled offensively, shooting just 39.6% from the field and 27.9% from three-point range. They connected on 12 threes, with Shaedon Sharpe hitting 3 at a 50% rate, finishing with a team-high 25 points.</p> <p>Anfernee Simons also made 3 threes, shooting 27.3% from deep and contributing 18 points and 6 assists. Deandre Ayton added 14 points, shooting 63.6% from the field.</p><p>Defensively, the Trail Blazers had a tough 2nd quarter, giving up 35 points, but they held the Spurs to 27 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters. Overall, Portland allowed 114 points on 47% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Blazers did a solid job defending the three, holding the Spurs to just 10 made threes on 27% shooting. They also sent the Spurs to the line 18 times, where they made 16 free throws. Portland finished with 8 steals and 3 blocks.</p><h3>Does Dallas Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?</h3><p>The Mavericks improved to 18-10 on the season with a 113-97 win over the Clippers on Saturday. Playing at home, Dallas entered the game as -3.5 favorites and covered the spread. The combined score of 210 points fell short of the 220.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>After a strong 2nd quarter, where they outscored the Clippers 31-18, the Mavericks saw their lead shrink in the 3rd. However, they pulled away in the 4th, going on a 10-0 run to seal the game.</p><p>Quentin Grimes led the Mavericks with 20 points, including 14 in the 4th quarter, as they defeated the Clippers 113-97. Grimes shot 87.5% from the field and hit 3 threes at a 75% rate. Klay Thompson added 16 points, with 10 coming in the 2nd quarter and another 6 in the 4th.</p> <p>Dallas hit 14 threes, shooting 40% from beyond the arc, while finishing with an overall field goal percentage of 45.5%. Spencer Dinwiddie and Kyrie Irving each contributed 15 points, with Dinwiddie dishing out 6 assists.</p><p>The Mavericks put on a defensive clinic against the Clippers, holding them to just 97 points. Dallas was particularly strong in the 2nd quarter, where they gave up only 18 points. Overall, they limited Los Angeles to 42% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Mavericks were even better, allowing just 10 threes on 27% shooting. They also recorded 12 steals and 5 blocks in the game.</p>

Portland Trail Blazers vs Dallas Mavericks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>At 7:30 ET, the 14-13 Timberwolves (-174) will take on the 14-15 Hawks (+146) in a non-conference matchup. Minnesota (-4) has lost two straight and is 10th in the Western Conference, while Atlanta (-3) has lost three straight and is 7th in the East. The over/under line for this game is 221 points.</p>

<p>This game will be played at State Farm Arena in Atlanta and can be seen on FDSS.</p><h3>MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES VS ATLANTA HAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Timberwolves -4</p><p>This game will be played at State Farm Arena at 7:30 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 127-122 in favor of the Timberwolves.</li><li>Our projections have Anthony Edwards finishing with 27 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Timberwolves finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.9% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Minnesota Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>The Timberwolves fell to 14-13 on the season after a 113-103 loss to the Warriors on Saturday. Playing at home, Minnesota entered the game as 4-point favorites but failed to cover the spread. The total score of 216 points narrowly missed the over/under line of 217.5.</p> <p>Golden State took control early with a 16-0 run, turning an 8-point deficit into a 31-23 lead. Minnesota fought back in the 3rd quarter, outscoring the Warriors 38-29, but couldn’t complete the comeback, as they were outscored 34-28 in the final period.</p><p>In their 113-103 loss to the Warriors, the Timberwolves shot just 41.9% from the field. They connected on 14 threes at a 36.8% rate. Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo each scored 19 points, with DiVincenzo shooting 58.3% and Edwards hitting 30% of his shots.</p> <p>Rudy Gobert added 18 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 87.5%. DiVincenzo and Edwards both scored 11 points in the 4th quarter, while Naz Reid added 10 of his 16 points in the 3rd.</p><p>Defensively, the Timberwolves were solid in the 1st and 2nd quarters, allowing just 26 and 24 points, respectively. However, they gave up 34 points in the 4th, contributing to their 113-103 loss to the Warriors. Minnesota allowed Golden State to shoot 46% from the field.</p> <p>The Timberwolves struggled to contain the Warriors from beyond the arc, giving up 16 threes on 38% shooting. They also sent Golden State to the line 23 times, where the Warriors converted 17 free throws. Minnesota finished with 5 steals and 2 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Hawks Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>The Hawks fell to 14-15 on the season after a 128-112 home loss to the Grizzlies on Saturday. Atlanta entered the game as +2 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread, losing by 16 points. The total score of 240 points exceeded the over/under line of 232.5.</p> <p>Memphis took control early with a 10-0 run, turning a 5-2 deficit into a 12-5 lead. The Hawks struggled in the first half, trailing 73-49 at the break. While they played the Grizzlies evenly in the 3rd quarter (27-27) and outscored them 36-28 in the 4th, it wasn’t enough to overcome the deficit.</p><p>De'Andre Hunter led the Hawks with 26 points in their 128-112 loss to the Grizzlies, shooting 64.3% from the field. Dyson Daniels added 15 points, hitting 3 threes at a 60% clip, while Jalen Johnson contributed 13 points and 11 rebounds despite shooting just 33.3%.</p> <p>As a team, the Hawks shot 48.8% from the field and made 14 threes, connecting at a 36.8% rate. Hunter scored 8 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters, with Daniels also adding 8 points in the 3rd.</p><p>The Hawks’ defense struggled in the 1st quarter, giving up 43 points, and they couldn’t recover, allowing 128 points in a loss to the Grizzlies. Atlanta gave up 18 threes, with Memphis shooting 43% from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Atlanta sent Memphis to the line just 13 times, with the Grizzlies hitting 10 free throws. The Hawks grabbed 35 defensive rebounds, gave up 8 offensive boards, and recorded 11 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

Minnesota Timberwolves vs Atlanta Hawks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Charlotte Hornets will host the Houston Rockets in a non-conference matchup. The Rockets are favored by 6 points and have a record of 19-9, good for 3rd in the Western Conference. They have won 2 straight games and are 2nd in the Southwest Division. On the other side, the Hornets are 7-21 and have lost 4 in a row. They are 13th in the Eastern Conference and 4th in the Southeast Division.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte and can be seen on SCHN. The over/under line for this game is 218.5 points.</p><h3>HOUSTON ROCKETS VS CHARLOTTE HORNETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Rockets -6</p><p>This game will be played at Spectrum Center at 7:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON ROCKETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 134-116 in favor of the Rockets.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Green finishing with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Rockets finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.9% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Rockets Win on the Road?</h3><p>With a 114-110 win over the Raptors on Sunday, the Rockets improved to 19-9 this season. Houston, favored by nine points, didn’t cover the spread, but the game’s total of 224 points narrowly exceeded the 222.5-point O/U line.</p> <p>Toronto jumped out to a 25-13 lead with a 10-0 run, but Houston chipped away, winning each of the final three quarters. They took an 84-83 lead into the 4th and outscored the Raptors 30-27 in the final period to seal the win.</p><p>Dillon Brooks led the Rockets to a win over the Raptors, scoring 27 points with 13 of those coming in the 3rd quarter. Jalen Green added 22 points, contributing 9 in the opening period.</p> <p>Alperen Sengun finished with 17 points and 10 rebounds, scoring 8 in the 3rd quarter. Houston struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 25% of their threes, making 7 in total.</p><p>Despite a rough start, giving up 35 points in the 1st quarter, the Rockets tightened up defensively, allowing just 22 points in the 2nd quarter. They continued their solid effort in the 3rd and 4th, giving up 26 and 27 points, respectively, to hold the Raptors to 110 points on 45% shooting.</p> <p>Houston struggled to defend the three-point line, with Toronto hitting 17 threes at a 39% clip. However, the Rockets limited the Raptors to just 13 free-throw attempts, of which they made 9. Defensively, the Rockets recorded 12 steals and 6 blocks.</p><h3>Are the Hornets Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>Charlotte’s season record dropped to 7-21 after a 108-98 road loss to the 76ers on Friday. The Hornets entered the game as +13 point underdogs and managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 206, falling short of the 213.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Philadelphia jumped out to a 41-23 lead after the 1st quarter, but Charlotte responded by winning the 2nd quarter 23-17. The 76ers went on a 10-0 run, extending their lead from 55-46 to 65-46. Charlotte fought back, winning the 4th quarter 27-23, but it wasn’t enough to complete the comeback.</p><p>Vasilije Micic led the Hornets with 20 points and 4 assists in their 98-78 loss to the 76ers, shooting 50% from the field and hitting 3 threes at 37.5%. Miles Bridges added 15 points, despite shooting just 30.8%, and DaQuan Jeffries contributed 12 points on 55.6% shooting, making 2 threes at 50%.</p> <p>As a team, the Hornets made 10 threes, shooting 32.3% from beyond the arc, and finished with a field goal percentage of 46.2%. Micic scored 10 points in the 3rd quarter and added 7 more in the 4th, while Bridges scored 12 of his 15 points in the final period.</p><p>Despite giving up 41 points in the 1st quarter, the Hornets tightened up defensively in the 2nd, allowing just 17 points. They gave up 27 points in the 3rd and 23 in the 4th, finishing with 108 points allowed in their loss to the 76ers.</p> <p>Charlotte allowed Philadelphia to shoot 49% from the field, including 36% from three-point range, where the 76ers made 12 threes. The Hornets sent the 76ers to the line 18 times, where they hit 14 free throws. Defensively, the Hornets recorded 7 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Ramblers and Cougars. The game is starting at 5:30 ET on ESPNU, and it's hosted by the Cougars at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu, HI. Get ready to place your bets! Loyola Chicago is favored by -4.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 147.5 points.</p><h3>LOYOLA CHICAGO RAMBLERS VS CHARLESTON COUGARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charleston Cougars +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Stan Sheriff Center at 5:30 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLESTON COUGARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Cougars.</li><li>Not only will Charleston pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Ramblers Have What it Takes in Honolulu?</h3><p>Loyola Chicago dropped to 8-2 on the season following a narrow 72-71 road loss to Oakland on Sunday. The Ramblers entered the game as -7 favorites but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 143, surpassing the over/under line of 133.5.</p> <p>Loyola Chicago trailed 33-27 at halftime but rallied in the second half, scoring 44 points while allowing 39. Despite the strong second-half effort, they couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Loyola Chicago put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.5%. They hit 60.6% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 31.8% of their threes (7/22).</p> <p>Miles Rubin was a force inside, going 9/11 from the field and finishing with 21 points and 9 rebounds. Allen Mukeba and Malcolm Christie each added 20 points, with Christie hitting 6 threes at a 40% clip.</p><p>Despite Loyola Chicago’s defensive efforts, they gave up 72 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 42% from the field. Inside the arc, the Ramblers allowed 50% shooting, as their opponents hit 18 of 36 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Loyola Chicago’s defense held their opponents to 33% shooting, with 9 made threes on 27 attempts. The Ramblers also sent their opponents to the line 10 times, where they converted 9 free throws for 90%. Loyola Chicago allowed 15 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Are the Cougars Ready for a Home Win?</h3><h3>Charleston Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Charleston dropped to 7-3 on the season after a 74-65 loss to Oregon State on Sunday. The Cougars were +7 point underdogs at home and failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 139 fell just short of the 140.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Charleston trailed 35-26 at halftime but couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, as both teams scored 39 points after the break.</p><p>Charleston managed just 65 points in their latest game, shooting 36.2% from the field and 25% from three-point range (6/24). Their effective field goal percentage was 41.4%, and they hit 17 of 25 free throws (68%).</p> <p>Michael Rataj and Damarco Minor led the Cougars with 16 points each, with Rataj adding 12 rebounds. Parsa Fallah was efficient, shooting 6/7 from the field for 14 points and contributing 4 assists.</p><p>Charleston’s defense held their opponent to 74 points on 36% shooting from the field, including 44% from two-point range, where they allowed 15 made baskets on 34 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Cougars limited their opponent to 6 threes on 24 attempts, a 25% shooting performance. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 25 times, where they made 17, shooting 68%.</p>

Loyola Chicago Ramblers vs Charleston Cougars NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>FS1 will be covering the 3:30 ET kickoff between the Michigan State Spartans and Rutgers Scarlet Knights this Saturday, November 30th. The game is being played at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing (MI). The over/under is currently set at 47.5 points, and the Spartans are the slight -1.5-point favorites at home. Both teams are just under .500 for the season, with Michigan State at 5-6 and Rutgers at 6-5.</p><h3>RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS VS MICHIGAN STATE SPARTANS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rutgers Scarlet Knights +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Spartan Stadium (MI) at 3:30 ET on Saturday, November 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Rutgers Scarlet Knights winning this one by a score of 25 to 23</li><li>Not only do we have the Rutgers Scarlet Knights winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +1.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 47.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Rutgers Scarlet Knights Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>Rutgers enters Week 14 against Michigan State with a 6-5 record, securing bowl eligibility. They are 3-3 at home and 2-2 on the road this season. Rutgers ranks 61st in our power rankings, and they have a 0% chance of winning the Big Ten, according to projections.</p> <p></p><p>The Scarlet Knights have a +2 average scoring margin and a 5-4-1 record against the spread. They are 2-3 ATS as the favorite and 3-1-1 as the underdog this season.</p> <p></p><p>Rutgers’ over/under record is 7-3, with their games averaging 51.5 points. Their average over/under line is 46.1 points, and this week’s line is set at 47.5 points.</p><p>Rutgers’ offense is averaging 26.7 points per game, placing them 62nd nationally in scoring as they head into week 14. They are ranked 41st in our offensive power rankings. Their run game is the focal point, with 39 rushing attempts per game, averaging 175.5 yards on the ground.</p> <p>Kyle Monangai leads the rushing attack with 1,150 yards and 12 touchdowns, averaging 5 yards per carry. Quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis has thrown for 2,302 yards and 16 touchdowns, but Rutgers ranks 82nd in passing yards per game, and Kaliakmanis has a passer rating of 83.</p><p>Rutgers' defense has allowed an average of 24.7 points per game this season, including 38 points in their recent loss to Illinois. In that game, they gave up 431 total yards, with 182 rushing yards and three rushing touchdowns, along with 249 passing yards and two touchdowns.</p><p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 241.7 passing yards per game against Rutgers, ranking them 123rd nationally, and 153 rushing yards per game. Quarterbacks have completed 60.7% of their passes with a passer rating of 87.4 against Rutgers’ defense.</p><h3>Will The Michigan State Spartans Win At Home Over The Rutgers Scarlet Knights?</h3><p>Michigan State enters Week 14 with a 5-6 record, aiming to reach bowl eligibility against Rutgers. They are ranked 75th in our CFB power rankings, with a 45% chance of becoming bowl-eligible. The Spartans have a 3-2 record at home this season.</p> <p></p><p>They’ve been favored in just two games this year, going 2-0 in those matchups. Their average scoring margin is -4.9 points per game, and they’ve covered the spread in four out of ten games, with a 3-2 ATS record on the road and 1-4 at home.</p> <p></p><p>Their over/under record stands at 5-5, with an average line of 46.2 points. This week’s line is set at 47.5 points, and Michigan State games have averaged 44.5 points per contest.</p><p>Michigan State’s offense has struggled this season, averaging just 19.8 points per game, which ranks 93rd in the nation. They are 75th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 14. Their third-down conversion rate is 38.6%, and they are 108th in rushing, with 118.9 yards per game.</p> <p>Aidan Chiles leads the passing game with 2,265 yards, but he has 12 touchdowns and 12 interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 79. Michigan State is 58th in passing attempts, averaging 30 per game. Nick Marsh has 636 receiving yards and three touchdowns this season.</p><p>Michigan State's defense played a crucial role in their recent 24-17 win over Purdue, allowing just 17 points. They limited Purdue to -4 rushing yards on 19 attempts but gave up 342 passing yards on 47 attempts, while also securing an interception.</p><p></p><p>On the season, Michigan State ranks 52nd nationally, giving up 24.7 points per game. They are 37th in the country against the run, allowing 119.8 rushing yards per game, and 75th in passing yards allowed, giving up 211.5 yards per game through the air.</p>

Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Michigan State Spartans Betting Pick & Prediction 11/30/24

<p>At 10:00 ET, the Pacers (+177) will travel to San Francisco to take on the Warriors (-210) in a non-conference matchup. Indiana has won four straight and is currently 8th in the Eastern Conference, while Golden State is 7th in the West.</p>

<p>The current over/under line is 230.5 points and NBCS will have the television coverage for this game at the Chase Center.</p><h3>INDIANA PACERS VS GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Golden State Warriors -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Chase Center at 10:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 133-125 in favor of the Warriors.</li><li>Our projections have Stephen Curry finishing with 23 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Warriors finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.2% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Indiana Shock Everyone at Chase Center?</h3><p>The Pacers improved to 14-15 on the season with a dominant 122-95 road win over the Kings on Sunday. Entering the game as +3 point underdogs, Indiana not only covered the spread but won by 27 points. The total score of 217 fell well short of the 235.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 23-21 after the 1st quarter, the Pacers edged ahead by winning the 2nd quarter 31-29. They took control in the 3rd, outscoring the Kings 35-26, and then put the game away by holding Sacramento to just 17 points while scoring 35 in the 4th.</p><p>The Pacers shot 58.1% from the field and hit 17 threes at a 43.6% clip in their 122-95 win over the Kings. Pascal Siakam led the way with 19 points and 10 rebounds, while Myles Turner added 15 points on 77.8% shooting.</p> <p>Tyrese Haliburton contributed 14 points, hitting 4 threes, and Ben Sheppard also scored 14. T.J. McConnell and Andrew Nembhard each added 12 points, with McConnell scoring 4 in the final quarter.</p><p>The Pacers put together a strong defensive performance against the Kings, allowing just 95 points in their win on Sunday. Indiana's defense was consistent throughout, giving up 23 points in the 1st quarter, 29 in the 2nd, 26 in the 3rd, and just 17 in the 4th.</p> <p>Indiana held Sacramento to 36% shooting from the field, including 31% from beyond the arc, with the Kings making 12 threes. The Pacers also sent the Kings to the free-throw line 17 times, where they made 13. Indiana finished with 44 defensive rebounds, gave up 15 offensive boards, and recorded 7 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Can Golden State Secure a Home Victory?</h3><p>The Warriors improved to 15-12 this season with a 113-103 road win over the Timberwolves on Saturday. Golden State, who were +4 point underdogs, not only won but also covered the spread. The total points for the game ended at 216, just under the 217.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Golden State’s 16-0 run early on turned the game around, as they went from trailing 23-15 to leading 31-23. After a big 3rd quarter from Minnesota, the Warriors entered the 4th with a 79-75 lead and outscored the Timberwolves 34-28 in the final period to seal the win.</p><p>Stephen Curry led the Warriors to a win over the Timberwolves with 31 points and 10 assists, hitting 7 threes at a 43.8% clip. He scored 13 points in the 4th quarter. Trayce Jackson-Davis added 15 points, shooting 87.5% from the field, and Brandin Podziemski contributed 12 points, knocking down 2 threes at 66.7%.</p> <p>The Warriors hit 16 threes as a team, shooting 38.1% from deep and 46% overall. Curry's 13-point 4th quarter was key, while Jackson-Davis added 8 points in the final period.</p><p>The Warriors' defense was strong in the 1st quarter, holding the Timberwolves to just 15 points, and they allowed 22 in the 2nd. However, they gave up 38 points in the 3rd quarter but still managed to secure the win despite allowing 28 points in the 4th.</p> <p>Overall, Golden State held Minnesota to 41% shooting, including 36% from three-point range, where the Timberwolves made 14 threes. The Timberwolves also went 17/25 from the free-throw line. The Warriors grabbed 34 defensive rebounds, gave up 11 offensive boards, and recorded 9 steals and 6 blocks.</p>

Indiana Pacers vs Golden State Warriors Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Washington Wizards (+1102) will take on the Oklahoma City Thunder (-2300) in a non-conference matchup. The Thunder (-18) are favored in this game, and the over/under line is set at 223.5.</p>

<p>Oklahoma City (22-5) is currently on a seven-game win streak and is the top team in the Western Conference. On the other hand, the Wizards (4-22) are 15th in the Eastern Conference and have lost four straight games.</p><h3>WASHINGTON WIZARDS VS OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Wizards +18</p><p>This game will be played at Paycom Center at 8:00 ET on Monday, December 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON WIZARDS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 133-121 in favor of the Wizards.</li><li>Our projections have Jordan Poole finishing with 18 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Wizards finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.5% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Wizards Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Washington's struggles continued on Saturday with a 112-101 loss to the Bucks, dropping their record to 4-22. The Wizards, who were +8.5 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread, losing by 11. The total score of 213 points fell short of the 218.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After a 36-36 tie in the 1st quarter, the Bucks took control with a 14-0 run, extending their lead from 48-44 to 62-44. Washington was held to 14 points in the 2nd quarter and, despite outscoring Milwaukee 29-26 in the 4th, couldn’t close the gap after entering the final period down 86-72.</p><p>In their 112-101 loss to the Bucks, the Wizards hit 18 threes, shooting 42.9% from deep. Overall, they shot 44.4% from the field.</p> <p>Jordan Poole led the way with 26 points, hitting 8 threes at 61.5%. He scored 16 points in the 1st quarter. Bilal Coulibaly added 20 points and 12 rebounds, scoring 9 in the 4th quarter.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 3rd quarter, the Wizards couldn’t overcome a rough start, giving up 36 points in the 1st quarter and ultimately falling to the Bucks 112-101. Washington allowed Milwaukee to shoot 44% from the field.</p> <p>The Wizards struggled to defend the three-point line, as the Bucks hit 20 threes at a 41% clip. Washington sent Milwaukee to the free-throw line just 5 times, where they made 4. The Wizards finished with 39 defensive rebounds, 7 steals, and 4 blocks.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored Oklahoma City?</h3><p>After a 104-97 road win over the Heat on Friday, the Thunder improved to 22-5 for the season. Oklahoma City, favored by 1 point, covered the spread with the 7-point victory. The game’s total of 201 points fell short of the 217-point over/under line.</p> <p>Miami went on a 12-0 run, turning a 58-51 deficit into a 63-58 lead, but the Thunder responded by outscoring the Heat 31-23 in the 3rd quarter. Despite being outscored 27-23 in the 4th, Oklahoma City held on for the win.</p><p>Jalen Williams led the Thunder to a win over the Heat, scoring 33 points and hitting 4 threes at 57.1% efficiency. He also added 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander contributed 25 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 assists, though he shot just 40% from the field and 33.3% from deep.</p> <p>Williams was key in the 4th quarter, scoring 13 points, while Gilgeous-Alexander added 13 in the 3rd. Luguentz Dort hit 4 threes at 80% efficiency, finishing with 14 points. The Thunder connected on 14 threes as a team, shooting 41.2% from beyond the arc, despite an overall field goal percentage of 45.3%.</p><p>The Thunder put together a strong defensive performance on Friday, holding the Heat to just 97 points. Oklahoma City gave up 25 points in the 1st quarter but tightened up in the 2nd, allowing only 22. They continued their solid play in the 3rd, giving up 23 points, and managed to hold off Miami in the 4th, despite allowing 27 points.</p> <p>Defensively, the Thunder limited the Heat to 43% shooting from the field, including just 30% from three-point range, where Miami made 12 threes. Oklahoma City also sent the Heat to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 13. The Thunder controlled the boards with 36 defensive rebounds, allowing 7 offensive boards, and added 8 steals and 5 blocks.</p>

Washington Wizards vs Oklahoma City Thunder Betting Pick & Prediction 12/23/24

<p>The Magic (-193) are favored by 4.5 points in this Eastern Conference matchup against the Bucks (+158). Orlando has dropped three straight games and is currently 5th in the East, while Milwaukee is 2nd in the conference and has a record of 49-32.</p>

<p>This game will take place at the Kia Center in Orlando and will tip-off at 1:00 ET. You can catch the action on BSF.</p><h3>MILWAUKEE BUCKS VS ORLANDO MAGIC BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Bucks +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Kia Center at 1:00 ET on Sunday, April 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MILWAUKEE BUCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 114-105 in favor of the Bucks.</li><li>Our projections have Damian Lillard finishing with Damian Lillard points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bucks finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.7% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Bucks Pull the Upset on the Road?</h3><p>Today, the Bucks are 4.5-point underdogs against the Magic. This season, Milwaukee has been the underdog in 14 of their 81 games and have gone 4-10 straight-up and 6-8 ATS as the underdog.</p>

<p>So far, the Bucks have an O/U record of 41-40 for the season. In their last two games, the final scores have gone over the posted O/U lines. This year, their games have averaged 235.8 points per game compared to today's line of 214.5.</p>

<p>On the road, the Bucks are 16-23 ATS and 18-21 straight-up. In the Eastern Conference, their road record is the best among all teams. Overall, the Bucks are 49-32 and are currently in 2nd place in the East.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Bucks lost to the Thunder by a score of 125-107. They were 14.5-point underdogs in that game and are now 35-46 ATS for the season. The O/U line for that game was 224 points.</p><p>When it comes to scoring, the Bucks are one of the NBA's top offensive teams, averaging 119.4 points per game (4th). On the road, they are averaging 117.4 points per game.</p>

<p>Milwaukee's offense is led by their three-point shooting, as they are 5th in the league in three-pointers made per game (14.3). Overall, they are shooting 37% from beyond the arc (9th).</p>

<p>So far this season, the Bucks have outscored the NBA scoring average in 61.7% of their games. In terms of pace, they are 6th in the league at 100 possessions per game.</p><p>On defense, the Bucks come into the game ranked 21st in the league in points allowed at 116.4 per game. Over their last three games, the team is allowing 105 points per contest (11th). When it comes to forced turnovers, the Bucks are forcing 12.3 per game, which is 12th in the league. They also come into the game sitting 15th in blocked shots at 5 per game.</p><h3>Will the Orlando Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>The Magic's O/U record for the season is 38-43, and the over has hit in their last three games. Today's O/U line of 214.5 is lower than their season average of 219.1.</p>

<p>Orlando's ATS record for the season is 50-31, but they have failed to cover in three straight games. As the favorite, they are 25-12 ATS this season.</p>

<p>In their last game, the Magic lost to the 76ers by a score of 125-113. The O/U line for that game was 215 points, and Orlando was getting 6.5 points going into the game.</p>

<p>The Magic are currently 5th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 46-35. In the Southeast Division, they are in 1st place. At home, the Magic are 28-12 this season.</p>

<p>Overall, Orlando is favored by 4.5 points today. This season, they have been the favorite in 37 of their 81 games, going 28-9. In non-conference games, the Magic are 15-15 compared to 31-20 against the East.</p><p>At home, the Magic are averaging 112.6 points per game, which is 20th in the league. On the season, they are 25th in scoring at 110.4 points per game. In terms of pace, Orlando is 26th in the NBA.</p>

<p>When it comes to three-point shooting, the Magic are last in the league in three-pointers made per game at 11. They are also 29th in three-point attempts. Overall, Orlando is 14th in field goal percentage.</p>

<p>On the season, the Magic have outscored the NBA scoring average in just 34.6% of their games. In terms of assists, Orlando is 28th in the league. However, they are 1st in free throw attempts and 5th in free throws made.</p><p>So far, the Magic's defense is ranked 4th in the league at 108.7 points per contest. The Magic defense is coming off a game in which they held the 76ers offense to just 45.3% shooting. Overall, they gave up 125 points to Philadelphia.</p>

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<p>The Seahawks are favored on the road with a money line of -188 as they take on the Bears at 8:15 ET on Thursday, December 26th. The Bears' money line odds are +157, and the point spread has the Seahawks -3.5. The over/under line is set at 43 points. This week 17 NFC matchup is being televised by AMZN.</p><h3>SEATTLE SEAHAWKS VS CHICAGO BEARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Bears +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Soldier Field at 8:15 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Seahawks winning this one by a score of 19 to 16</li><li>Even though we like the Seahawks to win, our ATS pick is to take the Bears at +3.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 43 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Seahawks Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>Seattle heads into week 17 looking to snap a two-game losing streak, which includes a 30-13 loss to the Packers in week 15 and a 27-24 loss to the Vikings in week 16. The Seahawks are now 8-7, putting them 2nd in the NFC West and 9th in the conference. Our projections give them an 18.6% chance of making the playoffs and the same odds of winning the division.</p> <p>Seattle currently ranks 19th in our NFL power rankings and has a scoring margin of -0.1 points per game. Against the spread, they are 6-8-1 this season, with a 5-6 record as underdogs and a 1-2-1 record as favorites. Their O/U record is 8-7, with their games averaging 45.3 points per game.</p><p>Heading into week 17, the Seahawks rank 21st in our offensive power rankings. They are 15th in the NFL in points per game (22.6) and 14th in yards per game (336.4). Seattle has leaned heavily on the passing game, ranking 6th in pass attempts and 4th in passing yards per game. However, they rank 26th in rushing attempts and 30th in rushing yards per game. On 3rd down, they are 22nd in the league, converting 36.6% of their attempts, but they are 5th in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>Geno Smith threw for 314 yards and 3 touchdowns in week 16, with 2 interceptions against the Vikings. Jaxon Smith-Njigba led the team with 8 catches for 95 yards and a touchdown. Kenneth Walker III had 8 carries for 31 yards. Seattle scored 14 points in the 2nd quarter and 7 in the 4th but struggled on 3rd down, converting just 2 of 10 attempts.</p><p>In their 27-24 loss to the Vikings, the Seahawks allowed three passing touchdowns and struggled on third downs, allowing a 25% conversion rate. Despite holding Minnesota to 81 yards rushing on 24 attempts, Seattle gave up 217 yards through the air. The Seahawks did have three sacks and limited the Vikings to a 3.4 yards per attempt rushing average.<p></p>Seattle's defense gave up 298 total yards and allowed the Vikings to convert 37.1% of their third downs. The Seahawks also allowed two more tackles for loss and lost the QB hit differential in the game.</p><h3>Are The Bears Going Win In At Upset At Soldier Field</h3><p>Heading into week 17, the Bears are looking to snap a nine-game losing streak, which includes a 34-17 home loss to the Lions in week 16. This dropped Chicago to 4-11 on the season, and they now sit 22nd in our power rankings. The Bears are 4th in the NFC North and 14th in the conference, with their playoff chances at 0.0%.</p> <p>Chicago is 7-7-1 against the spread, but they have failed to cover in three straight games. Their average scoring margin this season is -3.9 points per game. The Bears’ O/U record is 6-9, with their games averaging 41.7 points compared to an O/U line of 43.2.</p><p>Heading into week 17, the Bears rank 26th in our offensive power rankings, averaging 18.9 points per game, which is 26th in the NFL. They are 31st in total yards, with 294.5 per game, and 27th in passing yards, averaging 191.3 per game, despite being 11th in pass attempts. On the ground, they rank 25th in rushing yards per game, with 103.2, on 25.5 attempts per game. They have struggled on 3rd down, converting just 31.7% of the time, but they are 4th in the league in red zone conversion percentage, scoring on 45.7% of their trips.</p> <p>Caleb Williams has been playing well, throwing for 334 yards (26/40) and 2 touchdowns in week 16, without an interception. Keenan Allen had 9 catches for 141 yards and a touchdown in the loss to the Lions. Williams also led the team in rushing, with 34 yards on 6 carries.</p><p>In their 34-17 loss to the Lions, the Bears' defense struggled to get off the field, as the Lions converted 58.3% of their third down attempts. Chicago allowed 329 passing yards on 23 completions, with Detroit averaging 10.3 yards per attempt through the air. The Bears' defense managed just one sack and allowed three passing touchdowns.<p></p>On the ground, the Bears gave up 146 rushing yards to the Lions on 32 attempts, averaging 4.6 yards per attempt. Chicago's defense allowed Detroit to finish with 475 total yards in the game.</p>

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Pirates and Hoyas. The game is starting at 6:30 ET on FS1, and it's hosted by the Hoyas at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. Get ready to place your bets! The Pirates are the favored team in this Big East conference contest against the Hoyas. The game's over/under currently sits at 141.5 points.</p><h3>SETON HALL PIRATES VS GEORGETOWN HOYAS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Georgetown Hoyas +7</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 6:30 ET on Tuesday, January 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGETOWN HOYAS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-68 in favor of the Hoyas.</li><li>Not only will Georgetown pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +7.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 142 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Pirates Pull Off a Win at Washington?</h3><p>Seton Hall is 10-5 overall and 3-1 in Big East play. They have won two in a row and are 7-4 in non-conference games this season. On the road, the Pirates are just 2-4 compared to 8-1 at home.</p>

<p>For the season, Seton Hall has been favored in seven of their 15 games, going 6-1 in those contests. They are coming off a 78-75 win over Marquette and have gone 2-1 on the road in their last three games.</p><p>Seton Hall has not performed well against the spread this season, going just 7-8. When favored, the Pirates are just 3-4 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, Seton Hall is just 3-7 vs. the spread. On the road, the Pirates are 2-4 vs. the spread this year and 6-4 over their last 10 road games.</p><p>Seton Hall's over/under record for the season is 6-9 and the average scoring total in their games is 141.9. Today's over/under line of 141.5 is very close to their season average. So far, 10 of their games have finished with more points than today's OU line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and the average scoring total is 132 points.</p><p>The Pirates' offense wrapped up their last game with 78 points, aligning closely with their current season average of 73.3 points per contest. Kadary Richmond is currently the leading scorer for the team, entering today's matchup with an average of 15.7. Meanwhile, Dre Davis also brings a PPG average of 13.5 into the game.</p><p>The Pirates' defense is presently ranked 111st nationally, allowing an average of 68.6 points per contest. Seton Hall's three-point defense is currently 160th in the country at 8.1 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 41.6% of their shots vs. Seton Hall.</p><h3>Can the Hoyas Please their Home Crowd?</h3><p>Georgetown will be looking to snap a two-game losing streak on the road, where they have gone 1-3 this season. The Hoyas are 7-4 at home this year, and they are coming off a 68-65 win over DePaul.</p>

<p>So far this season, Georgetown has been the underdog in seven of their 15 games, going just 1-6 in those matchups. Overall, the Hoyas are 8-7 this season, including a 1-3 mark in Big East play.</p><p>Georgetown has struggled against the spread this season, going just 5-10. At home, they are just 3-8 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Hoyas are just 3-7 vs. the spread.</p><p>Georgetown's over/under record for the season is 6-9, and the average point total in its games is 144.5. Today's over/under line of 141.5 is lower than the average OU line in its games (143.7). So far, nine of its games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, the average point total is 133 points.</p><p>In their recent game, the Hoyas' offense concluded with 68 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 72.4 points per contest. Dontrez Styles is leading the team in scoring at 14.3 points per contest. Jayden Epps has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 17.2 going into the game.</p><p>Georgetown's defense is currently in line with the NCAA average for points allowed, allowing an average of 72.1 points per game. On average, opposing teams are hitting 6.3 threes per game vs. Seton Hall. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 30.4%.</p>

Seton Hall Pirates vs Georgetown Hoyas Betting Pick & Prediction 1/9/24