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<p>At 8:00 ET, the 12th ranked Brooklyn Nets (11-18) will travel to Milwaukee to take on the 5th ranked Bucks (16-12). The Bucks are favored by 10.5 points and have won two straight games, while the Nets have lost two in a row.</p>

<p>This Eastern Conference matchup will be played at Fiserv Forum and can be seen on YES.</p><h3>BROOKLYN NETS VS MILWAUKEE BUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Bucks -10.5</p><p>This game will be played at Fiserv Forum at 8:00 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MILWAUKEE BUCKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 141-73 in favor of the Bucks.</li><li>Our projections have Giannis Antetokounmpo finishing with 30 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Bucks finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.6% and knocking down 17 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Brooklyn Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>The Nets fell to 11-18 on the season after a 110-95 road loss to the Heat on Monday. Brooklyn entered the game as +9.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread, losing by 15. The total points for the game were 205, falling short of the 210.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Brooklyn started poorly, allowing 39 points in the 1st quarter, but bounced back by winning the 2nd quarter 29-19. They trailed 83-78 going into the 4th but were outscored 27-17 in the final period.</p><p>In their 110-95 loss to the Heat, the Nets shot just 39.3% from the field, with their three-point shooting at 38.2%, hitting 13 threes. Noah Clowney and Cameron Johnson each scored 19 points, with Clowney hitting 4 threes and Johnson adding 3.</p> <p>Keon Johnson contributed 15 points, and Tyrese Martin added 14, scoring 8 of those in the 3rd quarter. Clowney and Johnson both had strong 2nd quarters, with Clowney scoring 8 points and Johnson adding 7.</p><p>The Nets gave up 39 points in the 1st quarter but tightened up in the 2nd, allowing just 19. They allowed 25 points in the 3rd and 27 in the 4th, giving up 110 points in the loss.</p> <p>Brooklyn allowed Miami to shoot 49% from the field, including 41% from three, with the Heat hitting 17 threes. The Nets sent Miami to the line 24 times, where they made 21 free throws. Defensively, the Nets recorded 9 steals and 2 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Bucks Secure a Win at Home?</h3><p>The Bucks improved to 16-12 on the season with a 112-91 road win over the Bulls on Monday. Milwaukee, who entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread with a dominant +21 point margin.</p> <p>A 12-0 run early on helped the Bucks jump out to a 33-17 lead after the 1st quarter. Chicago edged Milwaukee 28-26 in the 2nd quarter, but the Bucks responded by outscoring the Bulls 33-27 in the 3rd. Heading into the 4th with a 92-72 lead, Milwaukee held the Bulls to 19 points in the final quarter, while scoring 20. The game’s total of 203 points fell well short of the 225.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their win over the Bulls, the Bucks connected on 18 threes, shooting 41.9% from deep. Their overall field goal percentage was 46%.</p> <p>Khris Middleton and Brook Lopez each scored 21 points, with Middleton adding 10 in the 2nd quarter. Bobby Portis contributed 19 points and 13 rebounds, scoring 9 points in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Bucks put on a defensive clinic against the Bulls on Monday, holding them to just 91 points. Milwaukee started strong, allowing only 17 points in the 1st quarter and capped the game with a 19-point 4th quarter. Overall, the Bucks limited the Bulls to 40% shooting from the field.</p> <p>Milwaukee was particularly effective in defending the three-point line, where Chicago shot just 20%, making only 10 threes. The Bucks also sent the Bulls to the free-throw line 12 times, where they made 9. Milwaukee finished the game with 42 defensive rebounds, 7 steals, and 1 block.</p>

Brooklyn Nets vs Milwaukee Bucks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/26/24

<p>The college basketball betting action goes on Saturday, February 12, with plenty of intriguing matchups around the country, so we’re breaking down the Southeastern Conference showdown from Pete Maravich Assembly Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, to get you the best Mississippi State vs. LSU betting pick and odds.</p>



<p>The Bulldogs and Tigers lock horns for the first time in 2021-22. LSU aims for its fourth consecutive victory over Mississippi State, opening as a home favorite on <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betdsi/">BetDSI Sportsbook</a>.</p>



<h2 id="mississippi-state-dropped-four-of-its-last-five-games">Mississippi State dropped four of its last five games      </h2>



<p>The Mississippi State Bulldogs fell to 14-9 straight up and 12-11 ATS on the season following a 72-63 defeat to the Tennessee Volunteers this past Wednesday. Playing as small 1.5-point home underdogs, the Bulldogs recorded their second straight loss and fourth in the last five outings.</p>



<p>Mississippi State couldn’t cope with the Vols’ defense down the stretch, failing to score in the final 2:48 of the second half. Junior guard Iverson Molinar led the way for the Bulldogs with 16 points and five assists, while senior forward Garrison Brooks had 15 points and eight rebounds.</p>



<p>The Bulldogs are 5-5 in the conference play, laying at the sixth spot of the SEC standings. They score 112.6 points per 100 possessions (27<sup>th</sup> in the nation) and surrender 98.4 in a return (91<sup>st</sup>). Mississippi State is No. 49 in the KenPom rankings and No. 56 in the latest NCAA NET Rankings.</p>



<h2 id="lsu-has-just-snapped-its-three-game-losing-streak">LSU has just snapped its three-game losing streak   </h2>



<p>The LSU Tigers (17-7; 15-9 ATS) put an end to their three-game losing streak last Tuesday, outlasting the Texas A&amp;M Aggies 76-68 as 1.5-point road favorites. The Tigers have struggled a lot over the last few weeks, going only 2-6 SU and ATS in their previous eight games overall.</p>



<p>LSU dominated Texas A&amp;M on the back of its defense. The Tigers held their rivals to 32.8% shooting from the field and 26.7% from beyond the arc. On the other side of the ball, the Tigers went 8-for-16 from beyond the 3-point line, while sophomore forward Tari Eason led the charge with a 25-point, 12-rebound double-double.</p>



<p>The Tigers improved to 5-6 in conference play, occupying the sixth spot of the SEC standings. They are No. 16 in both NCAA NET Rankings and KenPom rankings. LSU tallies 105.8 points per 100 possessions (112<sup>th</sup> in the country) and surrender 85.3 in a return (2<sup>nd</sup>).</p>



<p><strong>Trends:</strong></p>



<p><strong>Mississippi State:</strong></p>



<ul><li>1-5 ATS in the last six games on the road</li></ul>



<p><strong>LSU:</strong></p>



<ul><li>13-4 ATS in the last 17 games at home&nbsp;</li></ul>



<h2 id="h-mississippi-state-vs-lsu-pick">Mississippi State vs. LSU Pick</h2>



<p>The Bulldogs have struggled over the last couple of weeks, especially on the offensive end. Also, they are winless in six consecutive outings on the road, covering only once in the process. The Tigers, on the other side, haven’t impressed either, going 1-2 SU and 0-3 ATS in the last three showings at home.</p>



<p>Still, LSU has won 15 of their previous 17 games on the home court, covering 14 times in that span. The Tigers lean on their defense that should make the difference against the slumping Bulldogs.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Take LSU&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p><strong>The Total:</strong></p>



<p>The Tigers own the second-best defensive rating in the country, so I lean the under on the totals. They play at a steady pace, recording 69.2 possessions per 40 minutes (88<sup>th</sup> in the nation), while the Bulldogs register only 65.2 (295<sup>th</sup>).</p>



<p>The visitors will certainly look to slow down things in this matchup. They also need to execute well on the offensive end and prevent any easy baskets in transition. On the other hand, the betting trends are suggesting the over. Nine of Mississippi State’s last 12 contests and LSU’s previous five have gone over the total.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Go under&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>

Mississippi State vs. LSU Odds, Pick, Prediction 2/12/22

<p>The Hornets (-172) will be looking to snap a five-game losing streak when they take on the Wizards (+146) in a Southeast Division matchup. The over/under line for the game is 227.5 points.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Capital One Arena in Washington and is scheduled to tip off at 7:00 ET. The Hornets are currently 13th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 7-22, while the Wizards are 15th in the East and have dropped two straight.</p><h3>CHARLOTTE HORNETS VS WASHINGTON WIZARDS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charlotte Hornets -4</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLOTTE HORNETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 135-126 in favor of the Hornets.</li><li>Our projections have LaMelo Ball finishing with 27 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Hornets finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.5% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Hornets Pull Out the Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p>The Hornets fell to 7-22 on the season after a 114-101 home loss to the Rockets on Monday. Charlotte, who entered the game as +6 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game came in at 215, falling short of the 221-point over/under line.</p> <p>Houston took control early, going on a 14-0 run to extend their lead from 14-10 to 28-14. The Rockets dominated the 1st and 2nd quarters, outscoring the Hornets 62-31. Charlotte showed some fight in the 2nd half, winning the 3rd and 4th quarters 70-52, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the deficit.</p><p>The Hornets struggled offensively in their 114-101 loss to the Rockets, shooting just 41.6% from the field and hitting only 10 threes at a 27.8% clip. Miles Bridges led the way with 24 points and 8 rebounds, while LaMelo Ball added 23 points and connected on 5 threes at 45.5% efficiency.</p> <p>Bridges scored 15 of his points in the 4th quarter, while Ball added 13 in the 3rd. Moussa Diabaté was perfect from the field, finishing with 14 points, including 6 in the final period.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 4th quarter, where they allowed just 22 points, the Hornets couldn’t overcome their earlier struggles, giving up 31 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters, and 30 in the 3rd, leading to a 114-101 loss to the Rockets. Charlotte held Houston to 43% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Hornets did a solid job defending the perimeter, as the Rockets hit 13 threes on 31% shooting. Houston also went 15/19 from the free-throw line. Charlotte finished with 8 steals and 6 blocks but allowed 21 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Wizards Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>The Wizards fell to 4-23 on the season after a 123-105 loss to the Thunder on Monday. Washington entered the game as +18 point underdogs, and the final score resulted in a push. The total points for the game were 228, just over the pre-game line of 226.5.</p> <p>Washington started strong, leading 32-29 after the 1st quarter. However, a 15-0 run by the Thunder in the 2nd quarter shifted momentum. The Wizards kept it close, entering the 4th quarter down 91-87, but were outscored 32-18 in the final period.</p><p>In their 123-105 loss to the Thunder, the Wizards shot just 39.6% from the field, but connected on 16 threes at a 37.2% rate. Jordan Poole led the way with 31 points, hitting 5 threes at 41.7% efficiency.</p> <p>Bub Carrington added 14 points, knocking down 4 threes at 50% from deep. Poole scored 16 of his points in the 2nd quarter, while Jonas Valančiūnas added 8 of his 12 points in the opening period.</p><p>Defensively, the Wizards struggled in the 2nd quarter, giving up 38 points, which contributed to their 123-105 loss to the Thunder. Despite the loss, they did manage to hold Oklahoma City to just 10 made threes on 26% shooting from beyond the arc.</p> <p>Washington sent the Thunder to the line 22 times, where they hit 19 free throws. The Wizards finished with 38 defensive rebounds but allowed 19 offensive boards. They also recorded 7 steals and 8 blocks in the game.</p>

Charlotte Hornets vs Washington Wizards Betting Pick & Prediction 12/26/24

College basketball is one of the most popular sports to wager on, especially during one particular month of the year. College basketball betting presents many great opportunities to wager, and bettors tend to do pretty well when wagering on the sport.

There are a handful of different levels when it comes to college basketball, but it is Division 1 that tends to get all of the focus. The NCAA Men’s College Basketball Tournament takes place during the month of March, and that is one event that always attracts plenty of wagers.

College basketball starts to get things going in November each year, and then a champion is crowned in April. Teams compete in nonconference games to begin the year, but the best time to bet is during conference action later in the year.

Knowing how to bet college basketball is extremely important, and this article will help you out with that. You are also going to find some of the best college basketball betting sites &amp; sportsbooks in the industry, and that is where you will want to do your betting.
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<p>At 10:00 ET, the Portland Trail Blazers (-131) will host the Utah Jazz (+111) in a Northwest Division matchup. The Trail Blazers are favored by 1.5 points and the over/under line is set at 228.5.</p>

<p>Portland (9-20) has lost two straight and is 13th in the Western Conference. Utah (7-21) is 14th in the West and 5th in the Northwest Division.</p><h3>UTAH JAZZ VS PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Trail Blazers -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Moda Center at 10:00 ET on Thursday, December 26th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 159-137 in favor of the Trail Blazers.</li><li>Our projections have Anfernee Simons finishing with 19 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Trail Blazers finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.2% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Jazz Grab a Win in Portland?</h3><p>The Jazz fell to 7-21 on the season after a 124-113 loss to the Cavaliers on Monday. Utah entered the game as +14 point underdogs but managed to keep the game closer than expected. The total points of 237.5 exceeded the pre-game line of 232.5.</p> <p>Utah stayed competitive throughout, trailing 29-27 after the 1st quarter and 31-29 after the 2nd. Cleveland pulled away in the 3rd, outscoring the Jazz 39-32, and both teams scored 25 points in the 4th.</p><p>In their 124-113 loss to the Cavaliers, the Jazz connected on 19 threes, shooting 43.2% from beyond the arc. However, their overall field goal percentage was just 41.3%.</p> <p>Jordan Clarkson led the Jazz with 27 points, while Lauri Markkanen added 26, hitting 6 threes. Collin Sexton contributed 24 points, scoring 8 in the 4th quarter.</p><p>The Jazz struggled defensively in the 3rd quarter, giving up 39 points, which contributed to their 124-113 loss to the Cavaliers. Overall, Utah allowed Cleveland to shoot 47% from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Cavaliers hit 20 threes at a 43% clip. The Jazz sent Cleveland to the line 23 times, where they made 18 free throws. Utah finished with 33 defensive rebounds, gave up 10 offensive boards, and recorded 6 steals and 5 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Trail Blazers Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>Portland fell to 9-20 on the season after a 132-108 road loss to the Mavericks on Monday. The Blazers entered the game as +13 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 240 points exceeded the O/U line of 230.5 by 9.5 points.</p> <p>Portland started strong, leading 31-28 after the 1st quarter, but were outscored 34-22 in the 2nd and 40-23 in the 3rd. They entered the 4th quarter down 102-76 and edged Dallas 32-30 in the final period.</p><p>In their 132-108 loss to the Mavericks, the Trail Blazers struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 8 threes at a 27.6% clip. Overall, they shot 46.2% from the field.</p> <p>Deni Avdija led the Blazers with 19 points, while Deandre Ayton added 16, 10 of which came in the 2nd quarter. Jabari Walker scored all 13 of his points in the 4th quarter.</p><p>The Trail Blazers struggled defensively against the Mavericks, giving up 132 points on 53% shooting. Portland allowed 28 points in the 1st quarter, 34 in the 2nd, and 40 in the 3rd before holding Dallas to 30 points in the 4th.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Mavericks hit 12 threes at a 33% clip. Dallas also went to the line 34 times, making 24 free throws. Portland gave up 13 offensive rebounds while recording 6 steals and 1 block.</p>

Utah Jazz vs Portland Trail Blazers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/26/24

Major League Baseball (MLB) might not be the most popular sport in the world to wager on, but it still presents a really good betting option. MLB betting comes in many different forms, and this is a season that presents plenty of betting opportunities as well.

Major League Baseball was founded all the way back in 1876, but the league has obviously gone through some major changes since that time. Most of the major rules are still in place, but the way that the game is played is now much different.

There are currently 30 teams in MLB, and every team plays 162 games during the regular season. MLB games typically start at the end of March, or early April, and the World Series wraps up during the first week of November.

MLB teams are split up into leagues and divisions, but there is now more crossover games than ever before. The American League and National League now operate under the same basic rules, and that keeps things similar regardless of what league you are looking at.

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<p>The Governors and Eagles are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Eagles will host the game at Ellis T. Johnson Arena in Morehead, KY. In this non-conference matchup, Austin Peay is favored by -4 against Morehead State. The over/under for the game is 138.5 points.</p><h3>AUSTIN PEAY GOVERNORS VS MOREHEAD STATE EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Morehead State Eagles +4</p><p>This game will be played at Ellis T. Johnson Arena at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, November 20th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MOREHEAD STATE EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Not only will Morehead State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 138.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Austin Peay Live Up to Expectations on the Road?</h3><p>In their most recent outing, the Governors faced a tough challenge on Sunday, November 17th, as they went up against the Volunteers on the road. Entering the game as +28.5 point underdogs, Austin Peay not only lost 103-68 but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>The Volunteers jumped out to a 52-29 lead by halftime, and while the Governors managed to score 39 points in the 2nd half, they couldn’t slow down Tennessee, who put up 51 points after the break. The game’s total points reached 171, surpassing the over/under line of 140.5.</p><p>Austin Peay struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 35.5% overall and 30.3% from three-point range, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 43.5%. They did manage to hit 82.4% of their free throws, going 14-for-17 from the line.</p> <p>Igor Miličić Jr. was a standout, hitting 11 of 14 shots for 23 points and grabbing 9 rebounds. Isaac Haney added 22 points, connecting on 5 of 11 three-point attempts, while Zakai Zeigler contributed 19 points and 8 assists, shooting 87.5% from the field and 75% from beyond the arc.</p><p>Austin Peay's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 103 points on 63% shooting from the field. The Governors allowed 72% shooting on two-pointers, with the opposing team hitting 32 of 44 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Austin Peay's opponents shot 35%, making 5 of 14 three-point attempts. The Governors also sent the other team to the free-throw line 33 times, where they converted 24 free throws for 72%.</p><h3>Will Morehead State Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Morehead State's recent game against Chattanooga on Thursday saw the Eagles lose 76-62 on the road. Entering the game as +11.5 point underdogs, they not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After a 37-37 tie at halftime, Morehead State struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 25 points while allowing 39. The total points for the game ended at 138, falling short of the 143.5 over/under line.</p><p>Morehead State put up 62 points in their last game, shooting 41.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 47.1%. They connected on 29.4% of their three-point attempts, hitting 5 of 17 from deep, while shooting 47.1% on two-point shots.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Eagles made 15 of 25 attempts, shooting 60%. They grabbed 6 offensive rebounds and dished out 10 assists. Bash Wieland led the way with 26 points, shooting 64.3% from the field and 50% from three-point range. Honor Huff added 13 points and 8 assists, despite shooting just 20% from beyond the arc. Dieonte Miles also scored 13 points and pulled down 11 rebounds.</p><p>Morehead State's defense gave up 76 points, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field. They allowed 27 made field goals on 62 attempts.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Eagles struggled, giving up 18 two-point baskets on 29 attempts, a 62% shooting rate. However, they limited the damage from three-point range, where the other team shot just 27%, hitting 9 of 33 threes.</p>

Austin Peay Governors vs Morehead State Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/20/24

<p>We have the divisional rivalry game in the MLB on Monday, April 18 as two American League West foes meet at Minute Maid Park in Houston, so make sure to check out the best Angels vs. Astros betting pick along with the latest odds update on <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betus/">BetUS Sportsbook</a>.</p>



<p>These AL West rivals have already met in a four-game series in Los Angeles to open the season, and Houston won that series 3-1. The Astros are -162 favorites in this one, while the total is set at 9.5 runs.</p>



<h2>Angels won the series against the Rangers</h2>



<p>The Los Angeles Angels bounced back from a series loss to the Houston Astros and beat the Miami Marlins and Texas Rangers in the next two. After losing the opening game of the series against Texas, the Angles responded with three straight wins and now have five victories in the previous six games to top the AL West with a 6-4 record.</p>



<p>Los Angeles scored eight runs on ten hits in an 8-3 victory, while the bullpen kept the Rangers at bay after starter Jose Suarez’s not very convincing 4.1 innings. He allowed three runs on five hits with three Ks and three walks. Despite pitching for just 0.2 innings, reliever Mike Mayers was credited with a win, his first of the season.</p>



<p>Over the first ten games of a new season, the Angels scored 41 runs (9th in the MLB) on a .250/.314/.457 triple-slash. When it comes to pitching, Los Angeles’ staff has a 4.61 ERA (23rd) and 1.18 WHIP (8th).</p>



<h2>Astros disappointed in Seattle</h2>



<p>The Houston Astros played each of their opening three series on the road and now will spend the next six games at home against the Angeles and Blue Jays. Houston didn’t play well in two of three duels against the Seattle Mariners, allowing even 18 runs and scoring only three in return in those two meetings.</p>



<p>Jose Urquidy struggled in his second start of the campaign after a strong outing against the Angels last week. The 26-year-old righty allowed six runs on eight hits with two Ks and one walk over 4.0 innings of work. Houston batters registered just four hits in total; Michael Brantley had two of them, including a two-run homer in the 6th – his first HR of the season. Still, the Astros deservedly lost 7-2.</p>



<p>The Astros are 23rd in the MLB in scored runs with 29 on a .214/.282/.380 slash line, while Houston’s pitchers have a 2.69 ERA (6th) and 1.21 WHIP (13th).</p>



<h2>Trends:</h2>



<p><strong>Los Angeles:</strong></p>



<ul><li>2-7 in the last nine games against Houston</li><li>1-4 in the last five games when playing on the road against Houston</li><li>2-8 in the last ten during Game 1 of a series</li></ul>



<p><strong>Houston</strong>:</p>



<ul><li>7-3 in the last ten games at home</li><li>20-6 in the last 26 games with the total set at 9.0-10.5</li><li>6-2 in the last eight vs. American League West rivals</li></ul>



<h2 id="h-los-angeles-angels-vs-houston-astros-pick">Los Angeles Angels vs. Houston Astros Pick</h2>



<p>The Astros will be playing at home for the first time this season and will be highly motivated to give their fans something to cheer for after a weak performance in the previous series against Seattle. Also, the Angels will be without Mike Trout in this one. Trout was hit on the hand by Spencer Patton during Sunday’s battle against the Rangers and will likely miss Monday’s game.</p>



<p>Luis Garcia (4.0 IP/0.00 ERA) will start for the hosts and I am backing him to have another strong display. The 25-year-old righty faced the Angels six times in 2021 (W 1 L2), pitching for 26.1 innings with a 4.10 ERA. Houston batters are facing Michael Lorenzen, who got a W against the Marlins after pitching for 6.0 innings and a 1.50 ERA. Still, the Astros’ lineup is way better than Miami’s and Lorenzen will have a much harder job at Minute Maid Park.</p>



<p><strong>Pick:</strong> Take the Astros to win at -162</p>



<p><strong>The Total</strong></p>



<p>Although I expect the Astros to improve offensively following a poor series against the Mariners, I don’t expect them to suddenly erupt and score double-digit runs here. The Angels, who have a better offense at the moment, will be without Trout, which will probably make them a bit less dangerous at-bat, while both Lorenzen and Garcia are decent pitchers, so I don’t see a lot of runs in the opening five innings.</p>



<p>The total has gone Under in five of Houston's last seven games, while the total went Under in four of the Astros’ previous five games against the LA Angels. Additionally, Under is 4-1 in the Angels’ last five during Game 1 of a series.</p>



<p><strong>Pick:</strong> Go with Under 9.5 runs at -125</p>

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<p>Looking to win big? The Bulldogs and Bison face off at 7:30 ET on ESPN+. The Bison are hosting the game at Burr Gymnasium in Washington, DC. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 150.5 points, and Howard is favored by -6.5 to win at home against South Carolina State.</p><h3>SOUTH CAROLINA STATE BULLDOGS VS HOWARD BISON BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Carolina State Bulldogs +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Burr Gymnasium at 7:30 ET on Monday, February 19th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH CAROLINA STATE BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-70 in favor of the Bison.</li><li>Even though we have Howard winning straight-up, we like South Carolina State at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can South Carolina State Lock in a Road Win?</h3><p>South Carolina State will be looking to snap a two-game losing streak when they take on Howard. They are currently 9-16 on the season and have gone 3-3 in Mid-Eastern play. As the underdog, the Bulldogs are 5-14 this season.</p>

<p>On the road, South Carolina State has gone just 2-12, and they have been outscored by an average of 14.9 points per game. This season, they have gone 2-1 in their last three road games.</p><p>South Carolina State has been a solid bet against the spread this season, going 13-6-2. They've been especially good on the road, going 9-4-1. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Bulldogs are 6-3-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>South Carolina State's over/under record for the season is 11-10, and today's line of 150.5 is similar to the average over/under line in their games (149.9). This year, 10 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. However, the average scoring total in their last three games is just 137 points, and their over/under record over their last 10 games is 3-5.</p><p>The Bulldogs' offense wrapped up their last game with 67 points, aligning closely with their current season average of 71.1 points per contest. The team's top scorer is Michael Teal, who enters today's matchup with an average of 8.2, while Wilson Dubinsky also carries a PPG average of 8.1 into the game.</p><p>So far, the Bulldogs' defense is ranked 294th in the country at 77.4 points per contest. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, South Carolina State's defense has allowed opponents to shoot 43.8% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 30.5% this season.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Bison?</h3><p>Howard has been a much different team at home this season, as they are 4-4 compared to 5-10 on the road. Their average scoring margin at home is +2.9 compared to -5.1 on the road. In their last game, the Bison defeated North Carolina Central, 90-82.</p>

<p>So far this season, Howard has been favored in 12 of their 25 games, going 7-5 in those matchups. Overall, they are 11-14, including a 5-3 mark in Mid-Eastern Conference action. They have won two straight games and have gone 6-4 in their last 10 contests at home.</p><p>Howard has an ATS record of 9-12-2 this season and they are 4-3-1 vs. the spread at home. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Bison are just 3-6-1 vs. the spread.</p><p>Howard's over/under record this season is 16-7 and today's line of 150.5 is higher than the average over/under line in their games (147.9). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 147 points, which is below today's line.</p><p>In their latest game, Howard's offense looked good, scoring 90 points against North Carolina Central. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 57.1% and made 22/30 free throws. The team's top scorer is Bryce Harris, who comes into today's matchup with an average of 16.4, while Marcus Dockery also maintains a PPG average of 14 leading up to the game.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Howard defense is giving up an average of 75.9 points per contest. The Howard defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 82 points and allowed North Carolina Central to connect on 12 threes.</p>

South Carolina State Bulldogs vs Howard Bison Betting Pick & Prediction 2/19/24