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Princeton Tigers vs Wright State Raiders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

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Ohio Bobcats vs Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

Virginia Cavaliers vs Tennessee Volunteers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

Saint Joseph's Hawks vs Texas Tech Red Raiders NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

Mercer Bears vs South Carolina Gamecocks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

VCU Rams vs Seton Hall Pirates NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

Miami Hurricanes vs Drake Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

Oklahoma State Cowboys vs Florida Atlantic Owls NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

<p>The Dodgers head into Monday night's matchup vs. the Diamondbacks looking to pick up their 19th win of the season. As for the Diamondbacks, they are 13-16 and will be sending Tommy Henry to the mound vs. James Paxton for the Dodgers. First pitch from Chase Field is set for 9:40 PM ET.</p>

<p>Los Angeles is currently favored on the money line at -147, and the over/under line is at 10 runs. Looking at the National League West standings, the Dodgers are in first place, and the Diamondbacks are in third.</p><h3>ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS VS LOS ANGELES DODGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Arizona Diamondbacks Moneyline +122</p><p>This game will be played at Chase Field at 9:40 ET on Monday, April 29th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE DODGERS VS DIAMONDBACKS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Diamondbacks winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Diamondbacks to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Dodgers Records & Stats</h3><p>Los Angeles closed out their series vs. the Blue Jays with a 3-1 loss on the road. Heading into the game, the Dodgers were the slight favorite at -107 on the money line. Things started off well for the Dodgers, as they got on the board with a run in the 1st inning but gave up the lead right away as the Blue Jays scored three times in the 2nd.</p>

<p>Michael Grove got the start for the Dodgers and took the loss. He only lasted two innings, giving up three earned runs on four hits. The Dodgers' offense scored their only run on a Freddie Freeman homer in the        1st but didn't have another hit until the 6th inning.</p><p>Los Angeles is 18-12 overall heading into today's road matchup vs. the Diamondbacks. The Dodgers lead the NL West by 3.5 games over the Giants and have gone 5-3 in division play. The Dodgers dropped the final game of their series vs. the Blue Jays after winning the first two games. This year, they are 9-8 at home and have gone 9-4 on the road.</p>

<p>So far, the Dodgers have been really good as the favorite, putting up an 18-11 record. As for their record as the road favorite, they are 9-3 this year. The team has an overall series record of 6-5 and has won two straight series. Los Angeles' series home losing streak is at three games.</p><p>When the Dodgers win, they win big. Their average run margin in victories is 3.9 runs per game. They have a run line record of 14-16, and they are 8-5 on the run line on the road. As the favorite, they are 14-15 on the run line.</p><p>When the Dodgers play, the O/U line is usually set at 9 runs, but today's line is set at 10 runs. The Dodgers have gone under the total in 18 of their 30 games this season, and the under has hit in two straight games. The Dodgers' games have averaged 9.3 runs per game this season. In their last 10 games, the Dodgers' games have averaged 7.8 runs per game.</p><p>Coming off of a no-decision in his last start, James Paxton is on the mound for the Dodgers today against the Diamondbacks. Paxton has a win and two no-decisions so far this season. He has struck out 10 batters in 15 2/3 innings of work and has given up just one home run.</p><p>Los Angeles comes into the game with the league's 4th best scoring offense, averaging 5.3 runs per game. They have been even better at home, putting up 5.6 runs per contest. Overall, the Dodgers are 2nd in batting average, hitting a combined .274. As a team, they have been very good at avoiding strikeouts and are 2nd in the league in walks.</p>

<p>Shohei Ohtani and Mookie Betts have been two of the Dodgers' top power threats this season, as Ohtani has 7 homers and Betts is right behind him with 6. Betts is also batting an impressive .387 for the season and has gone 13/26 in his last six games. Ohtani, on the other hand, has gone just 6/27 in his last six games.</p><h3>Diamondbacks Records & Stats</h3><p>Heading into their last game vs. the Mariners, the Diamondbacks closed out the series with a 3-2 win. Arizona was the +115 underdog on the road. It was a big game for Brandon Pfaadt, as he picked up the win and tossed six innings of two-run ball, giving up just five hits and striking out 11. The Diamondbacks's offense was carried by Christian Walker, who went 2/4 with a homer and scored two runs.</p>

<p>Joe Mantiply got the start for the Diamondbacks, going three innings, and didn't give up a run. He also issued just one walk and struck out three. Kevin Ginkel closed things out in the 9th, picking up the save.</p><p>Arizona is 13-16 overall and trail the Dodgers by 4.5 games in the NL West. The Diamondbacks kick off their series vs. the Dodgers at home today. Arizona won the final game of their series vs. the Mariners after dropping the first two games. So far, they have gone 7-4 in divisional games.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Diamondbacks are 8-7 this year and 5-9 as the underdog. At home, they are 1-2 as the underdog. Arizona's overall series record is 3-5-1, and they have dropped two straight series.</p><p>When the Diamondbacks win, they win big, with an average run margin of 5.6 runs per game. But when they lose, they lose by an average of 2.8 runs per game. Their overall run line record is 14-15, and they are 7-6 against the run line at home. They are 7-9 against the run line on the road, and 8-6 against the run line as an underdog. Their average run margin for the season is +1.0 runs per game.</p><p>The Diamondbacks have had a combined run average of 9.6 this season, and their over/under record is 12-16. Their over/under record when the line is set at 10 runs is 1-0. They have had 24 games with over/under lines set under 10 runs, and their under streak is currently at four games.</p><p>Tommy Henry will be on the mound for the Diamondbacks as they take on the Dodgers. This will be his 3rd start of the season, and he has yet to take a loss. In his last outing, he went 6 innings and picked up the win, giving up just 1 earned run. He has 1 home run allowed in each of his first two starts.</p><p>So far this season, the Diamondbacks are the league's 3rd highest-scoring team, averaging 5.3 runs per game. They have been even better at home, putting up 6 runs per contest. As a team, they are batting .250, which is 8th best in the league, and are also among the league leaders in on-base percentage and slugging. Arizona's offense has been led by Ketel Marte, who is hitting .307 and has driven in 15 runs so far.</p>

<p>Christian Walker is not only on a five-game hitting streak but has also been swinging a hot bat of late, going 11/34 in his last nine games with two homers. Overall, Walker is batting .271 with five homers. Lourdes Gurriel Jr. and Ketel Marte are also tied for the team lead with five homers. Gurriel Jr. comes into the game with a season-long batting average of .268.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Lions and Sooners game? Catch the action at Lloyd Noble Center in Norman, OK, as the Sooners hosts this showdown at 8:00 ET on SEC. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Oklahoma as the -27.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 145 points.</p><h3>EAST TEXAS A&M LIONS VS OKLAHOMA SOONERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: East Texas A&M Lions +27.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lloyd Noble Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, November 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EAST TEXAS A&M LIONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-67 in favor of the Sooners.</li><li>Even though we have Oklahoma winning straight-up, we like East Texas A&M at +27.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 145 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Lions Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>East Texas A&M’s season continued with a tough 81-46 loss to Connecticut on Tuesday. The Lions were heavy underdogs at +37.5 going into the game, but they managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 127, falling short of the 147.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Trailing 42-20 at halftime, East Texas A&M couldn’t mount a comeback, scoring 26 points in the 2nd half while allowing 39. The Lions will look to regroup after this loss.</p><p>East Texas A&M struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 46 points on 24.6% shooting from the field and 15.8% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was a mere 26.2%, and they managed only 4 assists as a team.</p> <p>Camerin James led the Lions with 18 points, shooting 53.8% from the field. Solo Ball contributed 12 points, hitting 83.3% of his shots and 66.7% from three-point range.</p><p>East Texas A&M Lions struggled defensively, giving up 81 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 54% from the field. Inside the arc, they conceded 25 two-point baskets on 35 attempts, a 71% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Lions allowed 7 made threes on 24 attempts, a 29% success rate. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 14 times, where they made 10 free throws, shooting 71%. East Texas A&M gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Does Oklahoma Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Oklahoma improved to 3-0 with an 85-64 win over Stetson on Saturday. The Sooners were -27 point favorites at home, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 149, just over the O/U line of 147.5.</p> <p>Oklahoma took control early, leading 44-28 at halftime. They added 41 more points in the 2nd half while allowing 36 points to Stetson.</p><p>Oklahoma's offense put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 49.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.1%. They hit 37.5% from beyond the arc, connecting on 9 of 24 attempts, and were 80% from the free-throw line, making 8 of 10 shots.</p> <p>The Sooners dished out 21 assists and grabbed 15 offensive rebounds. Kobe Elvis led the way with 24 points, shooting 60% overall and 50% from three-point range. Abramo Canka added 22 points, hitting 4 of 5 from deep and shooting 66.7% overall.</p><p>Oklahoma's defense gave up 64 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 49% from the field, including 55% on two-pointers (25/45). They also conceded 9 threes on 24 attempts, a 37% success rate.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, Oklahoma's opponent went 8/10, hitting 80% of their shots. The Sooners also allowed 15 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

East Texas A&M Lions vs Oklahoma Sooners NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

<p>UCLA and Rutgers are set to face off on Saturday, October 19th, with a 12:00 ET kickoff at SHI Stadium in Piscataway. The game will be broadcast on FS1, and the over/under line is currently set at 40.5 points. The Scarlet Knights are the -4.5 point favorites at home, coming in with a 4-2 record this season, while the Bruins are 1-5. This is a week eight Big Ten matchup.</p><h3>UCLA BRUINS VS RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Rutgers Scarlet Knights -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at SHI Stadium at 12:00 ET on Saturday, October 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE RUTGERS SCARLET KNIGHTS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Rutgers Scarlet Knights winning this one by a score of 22 to 16</li><li>Not only do we have the Rutgers Scarlet Knights winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -4.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 40.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The UCLA Bruins Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>UCLA enters Week 8 with a 1-5 record, and they have just a 1.1% chance of reaching bowl eligibility. The Bruins are 0-3 at home and 1-2 on the road this season. They’ve been favored in just one game, which they won, but have lost all five games as the underdog. Their average scoring margin is -14 points per game.</p> <p></p><p>Against the spread, UCLA is 3-3, with a 2-1 record on the road and 1-2 at home. They are 3-2 ATS as underdogs but 0-1 as favorites. The Bruins’ over/under record is 1-5, with their games averaging 43 points. This week’s line is 40.5 points, compared to their average line of 49.6 points.</p> <p></p><p>UCLA is ranked 74th in our power rankings as they prepare to face Rutgers. They’ve covered the spread twice on the road as underdogs and are looking to improve their record in Week 8.</p><p>UCLA’s offense has struggled this season, averaging just 14.5 points per game, which ranks 97th in the nation. They are also 96th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 8. Their third-down conversion rate is low at 33.8%, and their rushing game is almost non-existent, with only 60.7 yards per game on the ground, placing them last in the country.</p> <p>Quarterback Ethan Garbers has thrown for 1,101 yards, but he has just four touchdowns compared to nine interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 66. UCLA ranks 124th nationally in passer rating. They are 42nd in passing attempts, averaging 31.3 per game, and 85th in passing yards, with 213.3 per game.</p><p>UCLA’s defense has been strong against the run this season, allowing just 93.5 rushing yards per game, which ranks 16th nationally. In their recent game against Minnesota, they gave up only 41 rushing yards on 24 attempts. However, the Bruins struggled against the pass, allowing 193 passing yards and two touchdowns. Opposing quarterbacks have averaged a 107.7 passer rating and a 70.5% completion rate against UCLA’s defense this season.</p> <p></p><p>On average, UCLA’s defense has faced 37 pass attempts per game, ranking 87th in the country, and they’ve allowed 265.7 passing yards per game, which is 138th nationally. In the game against Minnesota, the Bruins allowed 21 points, despite giving up just 234 total yards.</p><h3>Are The Rutgers Scarlet Knights Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Rutgers enters Week 8 with a 4-2 record, hosting UCLA. They are ranked 64th in our power rankings and have an 83.3% chance of becoming bowl-eligible. At home, the Scarlet Knights are 2-1 this season.</p> <p></p><p>They’ve been favored in three of their six games, going 2-1 as the favorite. Rutgers has a +5.5 average scoring margin and a 3-1-1 record against the spread this season.</p> <p></p><p>Their over/under record stands at 3-2, with an average line of 42.9 points. Rutgers games have averaged 45.8 points, and this week’s line is set at 40.5 points.</p><p>Rutgers has leaned heavily on their ground game this season, ranking 19th in the nation with 40.2 rushing attempts per game. They are averaging 200.7 rushing yards per game. Kyle Monangai has been the focal point of the rushing attack, amassing 739 yards and scoring seven touchdowns while averaging 5 yards per carry.</p> <p>Overall, Rutgers is averaging 25.7 points per game, placing them 59th nationally. They are also 59th in third-down conversion rate, converting 40.2% of their attempts. Heading into week 8, we have them ranked 80th in our offensive power rankings.</p><p>Rutgers' defense will look to bounce back after a tough game against Wisconsin, where they allowed 42 points and 551 total yards. The Badgers rushed for 311 yards and five touchdowns, while also throwing for 240 yards. Rutgers did manage to force one interception in the game.</p><p></p><p>Despite the rough outing, Rutgers ranks 29th nationally, allowing 20.2 points per game. They’ve given up 187 passing yards per game (40th) and a passer rating of 70.5, which is the 22nd-lowest in the country. Opponents have averaged 184.7 rushing yards per game against Rutgers this season.</p>

UCLA Bruins vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights Betting Pick & Prediction 10/19/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Cougars and Bulldogs face off at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The Bulldogs are hosting the game at McAlister Field House in Charleston, SC. Charleston is favored by -10.5 in this non-conference contest against Citadel. The game's over/under currently sits at 148 points.</p><h3>CHARLESTON COUGARS VS CITADEL BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Citadel Bulldogs +10.5</p><p>This game will be played at McAlister Field House at 6:00 ET on Wednesday, November 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CITADEL BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Citadel pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Cougars Chances on the Road</h3><h3>Charleston Cougars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Charleston's season took a hit with a 68-47 home loss to Liberty on Sunday. The Cougars, who were -5.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 115 fell well short of the O/U line of 141.</p> 

<p>After a 29-29 tie at halftime, Charleston struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 18 points while allowing 39.</p><p>Charleston's offense struggled in their last game, managing just 47 points on 30.8% shooting from the field. They hit 4 of 13 from beyond the arc, also at 30.8%, and their effective field goal percentage was 34.6%.</p> <p>Zach Cleveland led the way with 20 points on 8 of 12 shooting, while Lazar Djokovic added 15 points and 8 rebounds. Isaiah Ihnen contributed 13 points, hitting 3 of 5 from three-point range.</p><p>Charleston's defense was strong, holding their opponent to just 68 points on 30% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities, with the other team making only 12 of 39 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Charleston's defense allowed 4 threes on 13 attempts, also at a 30% rate. The opponent shot 78% from the free-throw line, hitting 11 of 14. Charleston gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Bulldogs Pull the Upset at Home?</h3><h3>Citadel Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>The Bulldogs dropped their Sunday game against the Aggies, losing 82-73 at home. Citadel entered the game as -3 favorites but failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After leading 39-36 at halftime, the Bulldogs struggled in the 2nd half, scoring 34 points while allowing 46. The game’s total points reached 155, surpassing the O/U line of 147.</p><p>Ryan Forrest and Brody Fox were the driving forces for the Citadel Bulldogs in their last game, with Forrest putting up 26 points and Fox adding 25 on 12-of-16 shooting. Jahnathan Lamothe also contributed 18 points, hitting 3-of-4 from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Bulldogs shot 45.2% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 51.6%. They connected on 30.8% of their three-point attempts, going 8-for-26, and struggled from the free-throw line, hitting just 52.9% of their shots. Citadel also grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists in the game.</p><p>Even with the Citadel Bulldogs giving up 82 points, their defense managed to hold the opposing team to 45% shooting from the field, as they went 28/62 overall. The Bulldogs struggled more inside, where they allowed 55% shooting on two-point attempts, with the other team hitting 20 of their 36 shots.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Citadel's defense limited the damage, with the opposing team shooting just 30%, making 8 of 26 three-point attempts. The Bulldogs also sent them to the free-throw line 17 times, where they converted 9 shots for 52%. Citadel gave up 15 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Charleston Cougars vs Citadel Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/20/24

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Hurricanes versus the Bulldogs? Tip off is at at 12:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN2. The game will be played at TD Arena in Charleston, SC. Miami is favored by -9.5 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 141.5 points.</p><h3>MIAMI HURRICANES VS DRAKE BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Drake Bulldogs +9.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Arena at 12:00 ET on Thursday, November 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DRAKE BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Drake pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +9.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Miami Be The Talk of TD Arena?</h3><p>Miami cruised to a 93-63 win over Coppin State on Sunday, November 17th, at home. The Hurricanes were heavy favorites, entering the game as 37-point favorites, but they didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 156, surpassing the over/under line of 141.</p> <p>Miami dominated the first half, leading 43-19 at the break. While they put up 50 points in the second half, they allowed Coppin State to score 44 points, which may be a concern for Miami moving forward.</p><p>Miami's offense was firing on all cylinders, putting up 93 points with a 56.2% shooting performance from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 67.2%, thanks in part to hitting 51.9% of their threes, connecting on 14 of 27 attempts.</p> <p>The Hurricanes dished out 21 assists, with Matthew Cleveland leading the way, scoring 15 points and hitting 3 of 4 from beyond the arc. A.J. Staton-McCray was perfect from three, going 3 for 3 and finishing with 11 points.</p><p>Even with a strong offensive performance, Miami's defense couldn't hold up, conceding 63 points. They allowed their opponent to shoot 56% from the field, including 59% on two-point attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Miami's opponent connected on 14 of 27 threes, shooting 51%. They also went 7/9 from the free-throw line. Miami gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can Drake Secure a Home Victory?</h3><h3>Drake Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Drake edged out a 63-61 win over Florida Gulf Coast on Saturday, November 16th, in a home game. The Bulldogs were -11 favorites but didn’t cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Drake trailed 31-30 at halftime but outscored FGCU 33-30 in the 2nd half to secure the win. The game’s total points of 124 fell short of the 130.5 O/U line.</p><p>Drake put up 63 points in their last game, shooting 44.4% from the field and 28.6% from beyond the arc, hitting 6 of 21 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 51.1%, and they connected on 68% of their free throws, going 17 for 25 from the line.</p> <p>Bennett Stirtz led the way with 25 points, shooting 61.5% overall and 50% from three. Daniel Abreu added 17 points, hitting 4 of 7 from deep, while Zavian McLean also contributed 17 points, shooting 53.8% from the field.</p><p>Drake's defense gave up 61 points, allowing the opponent to shoot 44% from the field. Inside the arc, they were 14/24, hitting 58% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opponent went 6/21, shooting 28%. They also got to the free-throw line 25 times, making 17 for a 68% success rate. Drake allowed 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

<p>The Dukes and Flames are set to face off at 11:00 ET on Ball. The Flames will host the game at Ocean Center in Daytona Beach, FL. James Madison comes into this non-conference matchup as the -3.5 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 146.5 points.</p><h3>JAMES MADISON DUKES VS UIC FLAMES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: UIC Flames +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ocean Center at 11:00 ET on Thursday, November 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE UIC FLAMES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Flames.</li><li>Not only will UIC pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Does James Madison Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><h3>James Madison Dukes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>James Madison fell 67-63 to Towson on Saturday, November 16th. The Dukes were +2 point underdogs going into the game and didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 130, which was under the O/U line of 137.5.</p> 

<p>James Madison led 36-31 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring only 27 points while allowing Towson to score 36. The Dukes will need to address their 2nd half performance moving forward.</p><p>James Madison's offense struggled in their recent game, shooting just 39.7% from the field and 32.1% from beyond the arc, finishing with 63 points. They did manage to hit 88.9% of their free throws, though they only attempted 9.</p> <p>Dylan Williamson led the way with 22 points, hitting 4 of 6 from deep and shooting 66.7% overall. Mark Freeman added 20 points, connecting on 3 of 6 from three-point range, while Xavier Brown contributed 16 points, hitting 4 of 10 from beyond the arc.</p><p>James Madison's defense held their opponent to 67 points, with the opposition shooting 43% from the field on 24 of 55 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 15 two-point baskets on 34 attempts, a 44% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, James Madison's opponent hit 9 of 21 shots, shooting 42%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 10, shooting 76%. The Dukes gave up 6 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Does UIC Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><h3>UIC Flames Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UIC fell 83-74 to Northwestern on Tuesday. The Flames were +15.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 31-29 at halftime, UIC scored 45 points in the 2nd half but allowed 52. The total points of 157 exceeded the O/U line of 141.5.</p><p>In their last game, the UIC Flames put up 74 points, shooting 46.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 55.6%. They connected on 43.5% of their three-point attempts, going 10-for-23 from deep, while hitting 48.4% of their two-point shots. At the free-throw line, they made 14 of 22 attempts, good for 63.6%.</p> <p>Nick Martinelli led the way with 27 points, shooting 71.4% from the field and hitting both of his three-point attempts. Javon Jackson added 17 points, knocking down 3 of 6 from beyond the arc, and Jalen Leach contributed 16 points, also hitting 50% from three. Filip Skobalj was efficient, making 5 of 6 shots overall and 3 of 4 from three-point range.</p><p>Despite UIC's defensive efforts, they gave up 83 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 50% from the field. The Flames couldn't contain the inside game, as they allowed 51% shooting on two-point attempts (20/39).</p> <p>UIC also struggled to defend the perimeter, with their opponent hitting 46% of their threes (7/15). The Flames sent them to the line 33 times, where they converted 66% of their free throws (22/33). UIC gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p>

James Madison Dukes vs UIC Flames NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

<p>The Lions and Beacons are set to face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Beacons will host the game at Athletics-Recreation Center in Valparaiso, IN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Valparaiso as the -10.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 144.5 points.</p><h3>LINDENWOOD LIONS VS VALPARAISO BEACONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Valparaiso Beacons -10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Athletics-Recreation Center at 8:00 ET on Thursday, November 21st.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VALPARAISO BEACONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 86-63 in favor of the Beacons.</li><li>Not only will Valparaiso pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -10.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Lindenwood Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><h3>Lindenwood Lions Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Lions picked up a 75-74 win over the Skyhawks on Sunday, November 17th. Lindenwood was a +2 underdog going into the game but managed to cover the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>After trailing 36-35 at halftime, the Lions outscored Stonehill 40-38 in the 2nd half to secure the win. The total points for the game hit 149, going over the O/U line of 136.</p><p>Anias Futrell led the way for Lindenwood with 24 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 43.8% from the field and 42.9% from three-point range. Josh Morgan added 16 points, hitting 4 of 8 from beyond the arc, despite shooting just 28.6% overall.</p> <p>Ethan Meuser was a standout, making 4 of 5 shots, including 4 of 5 from three-point range, and finishing with 13 points and 4 assists. Lindenwood shot 40.7% from the field, including 32% from three-point range, and connected on 79.2% of their free throws, with 15 offensive rebounds and 8 assists in the game.</p><p>Despite shooting 40% from the field, Lindenwood managed to put up 74 points in their last game. They hit 16 of their 34 two-point attempts, good for 47% shooting inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, the Lions shot 32%, connecting on 8 of 25 attempts. They also got to the free-throw line 24 times, making 19 of those for 79%. On the boards, they gave up 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Are Valparaiso Ready for a Home Win?</h3><h3>Valparaiso Beacons Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Valparaiso fell to Cleveland State 75-67 on Tuesday, November 12th, in a home game where they were -3.5 favorites. The Beacons not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After leading 31-28 at halftime, Valparaiso allowed 47 points in the 2nd half while scoring 36. The game’s total points (142) came in under the O/U line of 149.</p><p>Valparaiso's offense struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 4 of 19 three-point attempts for a 21.1% shooting percentage. Overall, they shot 41.8% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 45.5%. Their two-point shooting was more effective, as they connected on 52.8% of their attempts inside the arc.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Beacons were solid, making 19 of 24 attempts for a 79.2% shooting percentage. They also grabbed 12 offensive rebounds and dished out 8 assists. Devon Ellis, Dylan Arnett, and Tahj Staveskie each scored 19 points, with Arnett adding 14 rebounds and shooting 75% from the field.</p><p>Valparaiso’s defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 41% from the field on 23 of 55 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 19 two-point baskets on 36 tries, a 52% conversion rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Valparaiso held their opponents to 4 of 19 shooting, just 21%. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 24 times, where they hit 19 for 79%. Valparaiso also gave up 12 offensive rebounds.</p>

Lindenwood Lions vs Valparaiso Beacons NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/21/24

<p>ESPN2 is covering the week 13 matchup between the SMU Mustangs and Virginia Cavaliers, set to kick off at 12:00 ET from Scott Stadium in Charlottesville. The over/under line is currently 58 points. The Mustangs are the heavy favorite at -9.5 points, and the money line odds have them at -343. SMU comes in with a 9-1 record, while Virginia is 5-5 on the season.</p><h3>SMU MUSTANGS VS VIRGINIA CAVALIERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: SMU Mustangs -9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Scott Stadium at 12:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SMU MUSTANGS:</h3><ul><li>We have the SMU Mustangs winning this one by a score of 36 to 22</li><li>Not only do we have the SMU Mustangs winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -9.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 58 points</li></ul><h3>Will The SMU Mustangs Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>With a 9-1 record, SMU heads into Week 13 against Virginia, ranked 15th in our power rankings. They have a 100% chance of being bowl-eligible and a 36.4% shot at winning the Atlantic Coast. The Mustangs also have a 41.3% chance of making the playoff, the 13th best odds in the nation.</p> <p></p><p>SMU is 3-0 on the road and 4-1 at home this season. They’ve been favored in six of their ten games, going 5-1 as the favorite. Their average scoring margin is +17.5 points, and they are 5-3 against the spread.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is 58 points. SMU’s games have an average over/under line of 53.9 points, and they’ve averaged 62.3 points per game. Their over/under record stands at 5-3, with an average margin of +8.0 points.</p><p>Heading into week 13, SMU’s offense ranks 6th in scoring, averaging 39.9 points per game. They are 28th in our offensive power rankings. The Mustangs have a strong rushing attack, averaging 197.4 yards per game on 39.2 attempts.</p> <p>Brashard Smith leads the ground game with 1,023 rushing yards, 12 touchdowns, and an average of 6 yards per carry. Quarterback Kevin Jennings has thrown for 2,198 yards with a passer rating of 107. SMU is 19th in third-down conversions, converting 46.1% of their attempts.</p><p>SMU’s defense has been strong against the run this season, ranking 10th nationally by allowing just 100.5 rushing yards per game. In their recent game against Boston College, they gave up 180 rushing yards on 43 attempts and allowed three rushing touchdowns. Through the air, SMU allowed 237 passing yards but also recorded an interception.</p><p></p><p>Opposing quarterbacks have completed just 54.4% of their passes against SMU, the 19th-lowest rate in the country. On average, SMU’s defense has faced 37.2 pass attempts per game, allowing 249.6 passing yards per game. Overall, they rank 37th in the nation, giving up 22.4 points per game.</p><h3>Are The Virginia Cavaliers Going Win In At Upset At Scott Stadium</h3><p>Virginia enters Week 13 with a 5-5 record, and they have a 39.5% chance of becoming bowl-eligible. At home, they are 1-3, while their road record stands at 3-2. The Cavaliers have been favored in five games this season, going 3-2 in those matchups.</p> <p></p><p>Against the spread, Virginia is 5-3-1, with a 3-1-1 record on the road and 2-2 at home. They are 2-2-1 ATS as the favorite and 3-1 as the underdog, with an average scoring margin of -2.7 points per game.</p> <p></p><p>The over/under line for this week is set at 58 points. Virginia’s games have averaged 52.3 points, and their over/under record is 3-6, with an average line of 54.8 points this season.</p><p>Virginia’s offense ranks 85th in our power rankings heading into week 13, averaging 24.8 points per game. They are 29th in passing attempts, with Anthony Colandrea throwing for 2,017 yards and 12 touchdowns, though he has 11 interceptions and a passer rating of 79.</p> <p>Virginia is 48th in passing yards per game, and their third-down conversion rate is 35.1%, ranking 102nd nationally. Xavier Brown leads the rushing attack with 488 yards, averaging 6 yards per carry, but has only one touchdown. Malachi Fields has 746 receiving yards and four touchdowns.</p><p>Virginia's defense has struggled this season, allowing 27.5 points per game. In their recent game against Notre Dame, they gave up 35 points, including three passing touchdowns, while allowing 450 total yards, with 236 yards on the ground.</p><p></p><p>Opposing quarterbacks have averaged a 90.5 passer rating against Virginia, throwing for 258 yards per game. On the ground, Virginia has allowed 143.9 rushing yards per game on 34.2 attempts.</p>

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