<p>Looking to win big? The Panthers and Wild face off at 9:30 ET on TNT. The Wild are hosting the game at Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, MN. The Panthers come into this non-conference matchup favored by -1.5 goals. The over/under line currently sits at 5.5 goals.</p><h3>FLORIDA PANTHERS VS MINNESOTA WILD BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Wild +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Xcel Energy Center at 9:30 ET on Wednesday, December 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MINNESOTA WILD:</h3><ul><li>Despite being 1.5 goal underdogs, we predict the Wild to come out on top with a final score of 4-2.</li><li>We like the Wild on the moneyline (+116)</li><li>The Wild are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for Florida?</h3><p>With a 4-2 road win over the Stars, the Panthers improved to 19-11-2 this season. Florida covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6.5 goals fell short, with the teams combining for 6.</p> 

<p>All four of Florida’s goals came from different players, with Sam Reinhart’s empty-netter sealing the victory. The Panthers led 2-0 before the Stars tied it up, but A.J. Greer’s goal in the third period put Florida ahead for good.</p><p>Florida's offense saw four different players find the net in their 4-2 win over Dallas. A.J. Greer scored his first goal of the season, while Sam Reinhart added his 10th on an empty net. The Panthers took 25 shots on goal and registered 16 giveaways.</p> <p>Evan Rodrigues opened the scoring for Florida, and Matthew Tkachuk added his third goal of the season on a power play. Tomas Nosek picked up his first assist of the year, as the Panthers tallied six assists in the game.</p><p>Spencer Knight made 23 saves with a 92% save percentage, helping the Panthers secure a 4-2 win over the Stars. Defensively, the Panthers had 8 takeaways and 22 hits. After allowing two goals in the second period, they shut out the Stars in the third.</p><h3>No Pressure for Minnesota as Home Dogs</h3><p>With a 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs, the Wild improved to 20-7-4 this season. Minnesota was favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6 goals, and the combined score of 3 fell well short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Ryan Hartman opened the scoring for the Wild at 9:41 in the first period, but the Maple Leafs tied it up with just 52 seconds left in the period. Matt Boldy secured the win for Minnesota, scoring at 2:14 in overtime.</p><p>Ryan Hartman netted his third goal of the season, putting the Wild on the board at 9:41 in the first period. Matt Boldy followed up with his sixth goal, securing the 2-1 overtime win at 2:14 into the extra period.</p> <p>Jared Spurgeon contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to three. The Wild took 33 shots on goal but gave away the puck 15 times.</p><p>Defensively, the Wild gave up a late first-period goal to the Maple Leafs, but they held Toronto scoreless after that, leading to a 2-1 overtime win. Filip Gustavsson made 27 saves with a 96.4% save percentage, while the defense added 7 takeaways and 22 hits.</p>

Florida Panthers vs Minnesota Wild Betting Pick & Prediction 12/18/24

<p>The first-round series between the Timberwolves and Nuggets is tied at two games apiece heading into game five. Tip-off is at 10:30 PM ET at Ball Arena in Denver and is being televised on TNT. The Nuggets are favored by four points at home and are -184 on the money line. The Timberwolves are +152, and the over/under line is 205.5 points.</p><h3>MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES VS DENVER NUGGETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Minnesota Timberwolves +4</p><p>This game will be played at Ball Arena at 10:30 ET on Tuesday, May 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 114-113 in favor of the Timberwolves.</li><li>Our projections have Anthony Edwards finishing with Anthony Edwards points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Timberwolves finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.4% and knocking down 14 threes.</li></ul><p>The Nuggets picked up an 8-point win in the most recent game of this series, beating the Timberwolves 115-107. Denver was a 3.5-point underdog heading into the game, but they easily covered the spread. The over/under line for the game was 205 points, and the teams surpassed that by 17 points.</p>

<p>Denver got off to a good start in the game, outscoring the Timberwolves 29-24 in the first quarter and 35-25 in the 2nd. The Nuggets shot the ball well from the field, hitting 57% of their shots and 44.8% of their threes. Nikola Jokic had a big game for Denver, putting up 35 points and 7 assists. Anthony Edwards had a big game for the Timberwolves, scoring 44 points and hitting five threes.</p><h3>Are Minnesota Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Minnesota is 13-10 as the underdog this season and has covered the spread in their last four games as the underdog. In those games, they have gone 15-8 against the spread as the underdog.</p>

<p>The Timberwolves' ATS record on the road is 26-18, and they have won four straight games against the spread on the road. As the underdog, they are 20-25 ATS on the road and 31-35 overall.</p>

<p>Minnesota's O/U record for the season is 47-43, and their games have averaged 218.9 points per game. Today's O/U line is 205.5, and their games have averaged 220 points per game.</p>

<p>In their last game against the Nuggets, the Timberwolves lost 115-107. The O/U line for that game was 205, and Minnesota was favored by 3.5 points. This loss dropped their ATS record to 46-43 for the season.</p>

<p>Minnesota is currently 3rd in the Western Conference with a record of 56-26. Against Western Conference opponents, they are 37-15 and 12-4 in their division. On the road, the Timberwolves are 30-15.</p><p>Minnesota comes into the game as the NBA's 8th-best shooting team, at 48% from the field. They are also the league's 2nd-best three-point shooting team, at 38%. Despite their strong shooting numbers, they are just 18th in scoring, at 113 points per game. The Timberwolves have been a little better on the road this season, averaging 114.1 points per game compared to 111.4 at home.</p>

<p>Anthony Edwards is averaging 34.6 points per game over his last five games while hitting 59.6% of his shots from the field. In this stretch, he is averaging 3.8 made threes per game. Karl-Anthony Towns has hit 58.3% of his threes in his last five games and averaged 2.8 made threes per contest. Rudy Gobert has yet to make a three this season.</p><p>When it comes to defense, the Minnesota Timberwolves have been the best unit in the NBA this season, allowing just 106.2 points per game. That number is even better on the road, where they are giving up just 108.6 points per game (2nd).</p>

<p>Overall, opponents have scored less than their season average in 79.3% of games vs. Minnesota. That number jumps to 76.8% when it comes to three-point shooting, as opponents have made fewer threes than their season average in nearly 77% of games vs. the Timberwolves.</p>

<p>Over their last five games, the Timberwolves have given up 105.4 points per game (8th). During that stretch, opponents have shot 48.8% from the field and 40.7% from three.</p><h3>Will Denver Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>Currently, the Nuggets are favored by 4 points at home against the Timberwolves. This season, Denver has been favored in 78 of their 82 games and has a record of 56-22 as the favorite. However, they have failed to cover the spread in their last four home games.</p>

<p>Denver's ATS record for the season is 42-47, and they have covered the spread in their last two games. At home, they are 22-23 ATS compared to 20-24 ATS on the road.</p>

<p>In their win over the Timberwolves on Sunday, the Nuggets won by a score of 115-107. Going into the game, they were 3.5-point underdogs, and the O/U line was 205 points.</p>

<p>With a 57-25 record, the Nuggets are currently 2nd in the Western Conference. Against other Western Conference teams, they have gone 33-19 and are 24-6 in non-conference games.</p>

<p>This season, Denver has an O/U record of 37-52-2, and their games have averaged a combined 223.1 points. Today's O/U line is set at 205.5 points.</p><p>Denver comes into the game as the 15th ranked scoring offense, at 114.9 points per game. Their home scoring average of 116.5 points per contest is 11th in the league. The Nuggets have a field goal percentage of 49% this season, which is the 4th best mark in the NBA.</p>

<p>Nikola Jokic has been playing well of late, averaging 26.4 points, 8.4 assists, and 13 rebounds in his last five games. Over this stretch, he shot 51.5% from the field. Jamal Murray is questionable for the game, but over his last five, he has averaged 20 points and 5.2 assists while hitting 40% of his threes.</p><p>Coming into tonight's game, the Denver Nuggets have been one of the stingiest defenses in the league, allowing just 109.1 points per game, which is 6th best in the NBA. Over their last five games, they have been even better, giving up just 103 points per contest.</p>

<p>One of the reasons for their success has been their ability to defend the three-point line. On the season, they are allowing opponents to shoot just 35.2% from beyond the arc, which is 2nd best in the league. Over their last five games, they have been even better, giving up just 35.7% from deep.</p>

<p>When it comes to rebounding, the Nuggets have been solid, ranking 7th in the league at 44.4 boards per game. They have also been able to protect the rim, blocking 5.6 shots per contest, which is 11th best in the NBA.</p>

Minnesota Timberwolves vs Denver Nuggets Betting Pick & Prediction 5/14/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Hoosiers and Buckeyes. The game is starting at 8:00 ET on FOX, and it's hosted by the Buckeyes at Value City Arena in Columbus, OH. Get ready to place your bets! This Big Ten conference matchup has an over/under of 148.5 points, and Ohio State is favored to win by -7.5 at home vs. Indiana.</p><h3>INDIANA HOOSIERS VS OHIO STATE BUCKEYES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Indiana Hoosiers +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Value City Arena at 8:00 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE INDIANA HOOSIERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Buckeyes.</li><li>Even though we have Ohio State winning straight-up, we like Indiana at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 148.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Hoosiers Pull Off a Road Win?</h3><h3>Indiana Hoosiers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Hoosiers fell to 13-5 on the season after a 94-69 home loss to Illinois on Tuesday. Indiana entered the game as +6 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game went over the 160.5 O/U line, with a combined 163 points.</p> 

<p>Indiana struggled in the first half, trailing 60-32 at the break. They improved defensively in the second half, allowing just 34 points while scoring 37 of their own, but it wasn’t enough to mount a comeback.</p><p>In their latest game, the Hoosiers put up 69 points, shooting just 38.5% from the field and 22.2% from beyond the arc, hitting 4 of 18 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.5%, and they connected on 83.3% of their free throws, going 15 for 18 at the line.</p> <p>Indiana's offense was led by Kylan Boswell, who scored 22 points and added 7 rebounds. Kasparas Jakucionis contributed 21 points and 5 assists, shooting 42.9% from three-point range. Tomislav Ivisic also made an impact, finishing with 17 points and 11 rebounds, hitting 50% of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Even though Indiana gave up 94 points, they held their opponent to 38% shooting from the field, with 25 made baskets on 65 attempts. Inside the arc, the Hoosiers allowed 21 of 47 shots to fall, a 44% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Indiana's defense limited their opponent to just 4 made threes on 18 attempts, a 22% shooting performance. The Hoosiers also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 18 times, where they made 15, shooting 83%. Indiana gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Buckeyes Come Through as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Ohio State Buckeyes Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Ohio State fell to 10-7 on the season after a 70-68 road loss to Wisconsin on Tuesday. The Buckeyes entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs and managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 138, falling under the O/U line of 149.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 37-20 at halftime, Ohio State mounted a comeback by scoring 48 points in the 2nd half while holding Wisconsin to 33. Despite the strong finish, the Buckeyes couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Ohio State managed 68 points in their last game, shooting 42.4% from the field and 29.4% from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 17 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage stood at 47.5%, and they were strong at the free-throw line, making 13 of 15 attempts for an 86.7% rate.</p> <p>Bruce Thornton led the way with 21 points, shooting 53.8% overall and 33.3% from deep. John Tonje added 17 points, while John Blackwell contributed 15 points and 6 rebounds. Steven Crowl also chipped in with 14 points and 7 boards.</p><p>Ohio State's defense held their opponent to 70 points on 41% shooting from the field. They allowed 15 two-point baskets on 26 attempts, a 57% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Ohio State gave up 5 threes on 22 attempts, with their opponent shooting 22%. They also sent them to the line 28 times, where they hit 25 free throws, an 89% rate. Ohio State allowed 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

Indiana Hoosiers vs Ohio State Buckeyes NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/17/25

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<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Hawkeyes and Bruins. The game is starting at 9:00 ET on FS1, and it's hosted by the Bruins at Pauley Pavilion in Los Angeles, CA. Get ready to place your bets! This Big Ten conference matchup has an over/under of 154.5 points, and UCLA is favored to win by -7 at home vs. Iowa.</p><h3>IOWA HAWKEYES VS UCLA BRUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Iowa Hawkeyes +7</p><p>This game will be played at Pauley Pavilion at 9:00 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IOWA HAWKEYES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-72 in favor of the Bruins.</li><li>Even though we have UCLA winning straight-up, we like Iowa at +7.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 154.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Do the Hawkeyes Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><h3>Iowa Hawkeyes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Hawkeyes dropped to 12-5 on the season after a 99-89 road loss to USC on Tuesday. Entering the game as +3 underdogs, Iowa failed to cover the spread. The combined points of 188 exceeded the O/U line of 161.5.</p> 

<p>Iowa found themselves in a 48-32 hole at halftime but managed to score 57 points in the 2nd half. However, they couldn’t tighten up defensively, allowing 51 points after the break.</p><p>In their last game, the Hawkeyes put up 89 points, shooting 53.3% from the field and 45.8% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 63.3%, with 20 assists and just 4 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Desmond Claude led the way with 25 points and 9 assists, while Saint Thomas added 24 points on 9-of-10 shooting, hitting 3 of 4 from deep. Owen Freeman contributed 23 points, shooting 11-of-14 from the field.</p><p>Despite Iowa's defensive efforts, they allowed 99 points on 64% shooting from the field. The opposing team made 37 of their 57 shots, including a strong performance inside the arc, where they hit 27 of 42 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposition connected on 10 of 15 shots, shooting 66%. They also went to the free-throw line 25 times, making 15. Iowa gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Bruins?</h3><h3>UCLA Bruins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UCLA fell to 11-6 on the season after a 75-68 road loss to Rutgers on Monday. The Bruins were favored by 4 points but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 143, going over the pre-game line of 137.5.</p> 

<p>UCLA led 33-30 at halftime but struggled defensively in the second half, allowing 45 points while scoring 35. Their inability to contain Rutgers after the break was a key factor in the loss.</p><p>UCLA put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 42.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 47.5%. They hit 31.6% from beyond the arc, connecting on 6 of 19 attempts, while shooting 47.5% on two-pointers. At the free-throw line, they were efficient, making 12 of 15 for an 80% success rate.</p> <p>Ace Bailey led the way with 20 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 53.8% from the field. Dylan Harper added 18 points and 4 assists, despite shooting just 38.5%. Eric Dailey Jr. and Sebastian Mack each contributed 16 points, with Dailey shooting 53.3% and Mack hitting 50% of his shots. Kobe Johnson was efficient, shooting 62.5% and hitting 2 of 4 from three-point range.</p><p>UCLA's defense gave up 75 points, with their opponents shooting 46% from the field. They allowed 18 two-point baskets on 32 attempts, a 56% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UCLA's defense held their opponents to 6 threes on 20 attempts, a 30% shooting percentage. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 31 times, where they made 21 free throws, shooting 67%. UCLA allowed 11 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Friars and Wildcats game? Catch the action at Finneran Pavilion in Villanova, PA, as the Wildcats hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on FS1. This Big East conference matchup has an over/under of 141.5 points, and Villanova is favored to win by -7.5 at home vs. Providence.</p><h3>PROVIDENCE FRIARS VS VILLANOVA WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Providence Friars +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Finneran Pavilion at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PROVIDENCE FRIARS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Even though we have Villanova winning straight-up, we like Providence at +7.5.</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>Taking a Look at the Friars Chances on the Road</h3><h3>Providence Friars Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Providence fell to 9-9 on the season after an 84-64 road loss to Creighton on Tuesday. The Friars entered the game as +9.5 underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 148, just over the 146.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Providence trailed 43-34 at halftime and struggled to close the gap in the second half, scoring 30 points while allowing 41.</p><p>Providence struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 38.2% from the field and 20% from three-point range, hitting only 4 of 20 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 41.2%, and they managed just 8 assists as a team.</p> <p>Ryan Kalkbrenner and Steven Ashworth each scored 20 points, with Kalkbrenner shooting 66.7% overall and hitting 2 of 4 from deep. Ashworth made 4 of 10 from beyond the arc, while Isaac Traudt was perfect, going 4 for 4 from three-point range.</p><p>Providence's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 84 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 51% from the field. They had difficulty containing two-point attempts, with opponents hitting 60% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>The Friars also allowed 14 three-pointers on 32 attempts, a 43% shooting rate. On the free-throw line, the opposing team went 6/12. Providence limited offensive rebounds, giving up just 6.</p><h3>Can Villanova Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><h3>Villanova Wildcats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Villanova fell to 11-7 on the season after a 69-63 road loss to Xavier on Tuesday. The Wildcats entered the game as +3 point underdogs and didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 132, which was under the O/U line of 146.5.</p> 

<p>Villanova led 32-24 at halftime but allowed 45 points in the 2nd half while scoring 31. The Wildcats will need to tighten up their defense moving forward.</p><p>Villanova's offense put up 63 points in their last game, shooting 43.1% from the field and 38.1% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 21 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 51%, and they hit 78.6% of their free throws, going 11 for 14 from the line.</p> <p>Ryan Conwell led the way with 34 points, shooting 61.5% overall and 60% from three, hitting 6 of 10 attempts. Eric Dixon and Jordan Longino each added 18 points, with both shooting 60% from deep as well, hitting 3 of 5 threes.</p><p>Villanova's defense gave up 69 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field. They held their opponent to 41% shooting on two-point attempts, allowing 10 baskets on 24 tries.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Villanova's defense allowed 10 threes on 25 attempts, a 40% shooting rate. The opposing team also went 19/26 from the free-throw line, shooting 73%. Villanova gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

Providence Friars vs Villanova Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/17/25

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<p>Planning on watching today's Golden Knights and Hurricanes game? Catch the action at Lenovo Center in Raleigh, NC, as the Hurricanes hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on NHLN. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6 goals, and the Hurricanes are favored by -1.5 vs. the Golden Knights.</p><h3>VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS VS CAROLINA HURRICANES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Carolina Hurricanes -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lenovo Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CAROLINA HURRICANES:</h3><ul><li>Our projections indicate that the Hurricanes should come out top with a projected score of 4-2.</li><li>Take the Hurricanes on the moneyline</li><li>The Hurricanes should also cover at -1.5</li></ul><h3>Does Vegas Have a Shot at a Road Win?</h3><p>With a 4-3 overtime win against Utah, the Golden Knights improved to 29-12-3. Vegas, favored by -1.5 goals, didn’t cover the puck line. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 7 goals pushed the game over.</p> 

<p>Utah jumped out to a 2-0 lead before Pavel Dorofeyev scored for Vegas in the second period. Four different players scored for the Golden Knights, with Brett Howden netting the game-winner 2:15 into overtime.</p><p>In their game against the Utah Hockey Club, the Golden Knights fired 35 shots on goal and scored 4 times. Brett Howden netted his 6th goal of the season in overtime, while William Karlsson added his 2nd goal of the year. Noah Hanifin, who scored his 2nd goal, also picked up two assists, giving him 4 and 5 for the season.</p> <p>After a scoreless first period, the Golden Knights got on the board with Pavel Dorofeyev’s 7th goal of the season. They recorded 13 giveaways and finished with 7 assists in the 4-3 win.</p><p>Defensively, the Golden Knights will look to improve after giving up the first two goals in their last game and another late in the 3rd period. They also allowed the first goal in the 3rd period, which tied the game at 3-3. Adin Hill made 16 saves with a save percentage of 84.2%.</p><h3>Are Carolina Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Capitals, the Hurricanes moved to 26-16-3 on the season. Carolina covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals matched the pre-game line.</p>

<p>Carolina took an early lead, but the Capitals responded with two goals in the first period. The Hurricanes tied it up in the second and added two more, including an empty-netter, to secure the win.</p><p>Carolina fired 45 shots on goal in their 4-2 win over Washington, with Dmitry Orlov scoring twice on three shots. Orlov now has three goals this season. Martin Necas added his sixth goal of the year and picked up two assists, bringing his assist total to 12. Andrei Svechnikov netted his sixth goal on an empty net with just nine seconds left in the game.</p> <p>Carolina's first goal came at 5:59 in the first period, while their second goal tied the game 2-2 at 17:31 in the second. They added another goal at 14:34 in the second period before Svechnikov's late empty-netter.</p><p>Carolina's defense will look to carry their momentum into this game, as they didn't allow a goal after the first period against the Capitals. Pyotr Kochetkov made 19 saves with a 90.5% save percentage, and the Hurricanes' defense added 7 takeaways, 10 hits, and 11 blocks.</p>

Vegas Golden Knights vs Carolina Hurricanes Betting Pick & Prediction 1/17/25

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Celtics (-724) will host the Magic (+509) in a matchup between Eastern Conference foes. The over/under line is currently set at 211.</p>

<p>Orlando is currently 5th in the East with a record of 23-19. Meanwhile, Boston is 2nd in the East with a record of 28-12.</p><h3>ORLANDO MAGIC VS BOSTON CELTICS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston Celtics -12.5</p><p>This game will be played at TD Garden at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BOSTON CELTICS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 138-75 in favor of the Celtics.</li><li>Our projections have Jayson Tatum finishing with 26 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Celtics finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.2% and knocking down 20 threes.</li></ul><h3>Taking a Look at the Magic Chances in Boston</h3><p>The Magic fell to 23-19 on the season after a 122-93 loss to the Bucks on Wednesday. Orlando, who entered the game as +6.5 point underdogs, couldn’t keep it close, losing by 29 points. The total score of 215 points narrowly exceeded the pre-game over/under line of 212.5.</p> <p>Milwaukee’s 19-0 run early in the game put Orlando in a deep hole, as the Bucks stretched the score from 11-9 to 30-9. The Magic trailed 34-16 after the 1st quarter and couldn’t make up ground, losing each of the next three quarters by a small margin.</p><p>In their 122-93 loss to the Bucks, the Magic shot just 34.7% from the field and 26.1% from three-point range, despite making 12 threes. Paolo Banchero led the way with 22 points, adding 7 in both the 1st and 4th quarters.</p> <p>Trevelin Queen chipped in 13 points, with 9 coming in the final period, and Wendell Carter Jr. added 12 points and 10 rebounds. Carter and Cole Anthony each scored 7 points in the 2nd quarter.</p><p>Defensively, the Magic struggled against the Bucks, giving up 122 points on 62% shooting. Orlando allowed 34 points in the 1st quarter and 30 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.</p> <p>Orlando limited Milwaukee to 7 made threes, but the Bucks still shot 58% from deep. The Magic sent the Bucks to the line 35 times, where they made 25 free throws. Orlando finished with 13 steals and 1 block.</p><h3>Can the Celtics Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>The Celtics dropped to 28-12 on the season after a 110-97 road loss to the Raptors on Wednesday. Boston entered the game as 14-point favorites but couldn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 207, falling well short of the 229.5 O/U line.</p> <p>Boston led 29-25 after the 1st quarter, but a 12-0 run by Toronto shifted momentum. The Raptors outscored the Celtics 30-24 in the 2nd quarter and 33-29 in the 3rd. Boston trailed 88-82 heading into the 4th and managed just 15 points in the final quarter while Toronto scored 22.</p><p>In their 110-97 loss to the Raptors, the Celtics shot just 39.6% from the field, with a three-point percentage of 34.8%. They made 16 threes in the game.</p> <p>Payton Pritchard led the Celtics with 20 points, hitting 4 threes at a 50% rate. Kristaps Porzingis also made 4 threes, shooting 80% from deep and finishing with 18 points. Jayson Tatum added 16 points, despite shooting 33.3% from the field.</p><p>Defensively, the Celtics gave up 110 points to the Raptors, including 33 in the 3rd quarter, but they tightened up in the 4th, allowing just 22 points. Boston held Toronto to 11 made threes on 32% shooting from beyond the arc.</p> <p>The Celtics sent the Raptors to the line 15 times, where they made 9 free throws. Boston finished with 32 defensive rebounds, while allowing 13 offensive boards. They also recorded 6 steals and 8 blocks.</p>

Orlando Magic vs Boston Celtics Betting Pick & Prediction 1/17/25

<p>Betting on today's Golden Panthers and Roadrunners game? Catch the action at Alico Arena in Fort Myers, FL, as the Roadrunners hosts this showdown at 11:00 ET on ESPN+. In this non-conference matchup, FIU is favored by -1 against Bakersfield. The over/under for the game is 147.5 points.</p><h3>FIU GOLDEN PANTHERS VS BAKERSFIELD ROADRUNNERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Bakersfield Roadrunners +1</p><p>This game will be played at Alico Arena at 11:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BAKERSFIELD ROADRUNNERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-72 in favor of the Roadrunners.</li><li>Not only will Bakersfield pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.</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>Will the Golden Panthers Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><p>FIU’s season hit a bump on Monday, November 18th, with a 75-70 loss to Howard. The Golden Panthers, who were -4 favorites going into the game, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>After a 35-35 tie at halftime, FIU was outscored 40-35 in the second half. The game’s total points of 145 fell short of the 156 O/U line.</p><p>FIU's offense managed 70 points in their last game, shooting 40.6% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 29 attempts for a 17.2% rate, while connecting on 60% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>Cameron Shockley-Okeke was a standout, scoring 21 points in 23 minutes, hitting 5 of 6 threes and shooting 87.5% overall. Anwar Gill contributed 6 assists, and the team finished with 15 assists and 10 offensive rebounds.</p><p>FIU's defense gave up 75 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 44% from the field. They allowed 19 two-point baskets on 39 attempts, a 48% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, FIU's opponents hit 8 of 22 threes, shooting 36%. They also sent them to the line 17 times, where they made 13 free throws, a 76% clip. FIU gave up 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Bakersfield Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?</h3><h3>Bakersfield Roadrunners Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>The Roadrunners picked up a 74-56 win over Fresno State on Saturday, November 16th. Bakersfield, who were -1 favorites, covered the spread in this one.</p> 

<p>After leading 38-33 at halftime, the Roadrunners tightened up defensively, allowing just 23 points in the 2nd half while scoring 36 of their own. The game’s total points (130) fell under the O/U line of 150.</p><p>The Roadrunners put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 46.2% from the field and 37.5% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 50.8%, and they struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 50% of their attempts.</p> <p>Corey Stephenson led the way with 17 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 53.8% from the field. Jemel Jones added 13 points in just 12 minutes, despite missing all 4 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Despite giving up 56 points, Bakersfield allowed their opponent to shoot 46% from the field on 30 of 65 attempts. The Roadrunners' defense struggled to contain two-point shots, with their opponent hitting 49% from inside the arc, going 24 for 49.</p> <p>From three-point range, Bakersfield's defense allowed 6 made threes on 16 attempts, a 37% shooting rate. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 10 free throws, shooting 50%. The Roadrunners gave up 19 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

FIU Golden Panthers vs Bakersfield Roadrunners NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

<p>At 8:00 ET, the Toronto Raptors will travel to take on the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum. The Bucks are favored by 11 and have a record of 22-17, which is good for 4th in the Eastern Conference. The Raptors are 13th in the East with a record of 10-31.</p>

<p>This game will be shown on SN and the over/under line is set at 229.</p><h3>TORONTO RAPTORS VS MILWAUKEE BUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Toronto Raptors +11</p><p>This game will be played at Fiserv Forum at 8:00 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TORONTO RAPTORS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 142-140 in favor of the Raptors.</li><li>Our projections have RJ Barrett finishing with 22 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Raptors finishing with a field goal percentage of 47.4% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Raptors Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>The Raptors improved to 10-31 on the season after a 110-97 home win over the Celtics on Wednesday. Toronto entered the game as +14 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but covered the spread. The total score of 207 points fell well short of the 229.5 O/U line.</p> <p>A key moment came when Toronto went on a 12-0 run, turning a 34-29 deficit into a 41-34 lead. They outscored Boston 22-15 in the 4th quarter to seal the win.</p><p>In their win over the Celtics, the Raptors shot 50.6% from the field, with RJ Barrett leading the way, scoring 22 points, 8 assists, and 10 rebounds. Scottie Barnes contributed 18 points and 9 assists, while Jakob Poeltl was perfect from the field, finishing with 16 points and 11 rebounds.</p> <p>Toronto made 11 threes, shooting 32.4% from beyond the arc. Poeltl scored 10 of his 16 points in the 3rd quarter, while Barnes added 8 points in the 4th.</p><p>The Raptors held the Celtics to 97 points on Wednesday, giving up 29 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters but tightening up in the 4th, where they allowed just 15 points. Toronto's defense limited Boston to 39% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Celtics hit 16 threes at a 34% clip. The Raptors also sent Boston to the line 18 times, where they made 9 free throws. Toronto finished with 43 defensive rebounds, allowed 13 offensive boards, and recorded 4 steals and 4 blocks.</p><h3>Can the Bucks Grab a Win at Home?</h3><p>The Bucks improved to 22-17 on the season with a dominant 122-93 win over the Magic on Wednesday. Playing at home, Milwaukee entered the game as -6.5 point favorites and covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game reached 215, narrowly surpassing the O/U line of 212.5.</p> <p>A 19-0 run early in the game helped the Bucks take control, stretching the score from 11-9 to 30-9. Milwaukee led 34-16 after the 1st quarter and continued to outscore Orlando in each of the remaining quarters, including a 30-25 edge in the 4th.</p><p>In their win over the Magic, the Bucks shot 62.5% from the field, with Damian Lillard leading the way, hitting 3 threes at 100% and finishing with 30 points. Giannis Antetokounmpo added 26 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 73.3% from the floor.</p> <p>Milwaukee made just 7 threes, but connected at a 58.3% rate. Lillard scored 11 points in the 1st quarter, while Giannis poured in 14 in the 3rd.</p><p>The Bucks put on a defensive clinic against the Magic, holding them to just 93 points on 34% shooting. Milwaukee set the tone early, allowing only 16 points in the 1st quarter and keeping Orlando in check throughout the game, giving up 25 points in both the 2nd and 4th quarters.</p> <p>Milwaukee's defense was particularly effective from beyond the arc, where they limited the Magic to 12 threes on 26% shooting. The Bucks also sent Orlando to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 15. Milwaukee controlled the glass with 46 defensive rebounds and added 10 steals and 10 blocks.</p>

Toronto Raptors vs Milwaukee Bucks Betting Pick & Prediction 1/17/25

<p>Sonny Gray will get the start for the Twins (87-75, 47-34 home) as they host the Astros (90-72, 51-30 away) at Target Field. The Astros will give the starting nod to Cristian Javier. Check out my prediction for game one of this American League matchup between the Houston Astros and Minnesota Twins.</p><h3>HOUSTON ASTROS VS MINNESOTA TWINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Houston Astros +113</p><p>This game will be played at Target Field at 4:07 ET on Tuesday, October 10th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE HOUSTON ASTROS:</h3><ul><li>In their last five games as the underdog, the Astros have put together a record of 4-1.</li><li>The Astros head into the game having won four straight games.</li><li>Over his last five starts, Cristian Javier has an ERA of just 2.53.</li></ul><h3>HOUSTON ASTROS TRYING TO CLOSE GAP IN AL WEST</h3><p>Houston comes into the game with an above .500 series record on the road at 17-6. Currently, the Astros are 2nd in the AL West with an overall record of 90-72. Against the runline, they are 82-82 and have an over/under mark of 86-73. On the road, Houston has a runline record of 48-33.</p><p><p>The Astros will rely on starter Cristian Javier, who has a 10-5 record in 31 appearances this season. His ERA is 4.56, and he has an impressive 8.83 K/9 rate. Additionally, his FIP stands at 4.58 and his OBP is .296.</p></p><p>Cristian Javier earned a quality start and the victory in his most recent outing, as the Astros defeated the Diamondbacks 8-1. The right-hander allowed no runs and three hits over six frames.</p><p>Across their last five games, the Astros' offense is 10th in batting average, leading to an average of 4.2 runs per contest in that span. Overall, they are the 5th ranked scoring offense and posted a season-long OPS of .768 on 222 (6th). On average, they have struckout 7 times per game compard to 3.4 walks.</p><p>Yordan Alvarez has been a force to be reckoned with at the plate this season, boasting a .293 batting average and an impressive .583 slugging percentage. In the Astros' last ten games, he has been on fire, leading the team in hits and batting an impressive .347.</p><h3>WILL THE MINNESOTA TWINS TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS AT HOME?</h3><p>Overall, the Twins have a record of 87-75 which has them 1st in the AL Central. Minnesota has rattled off six straight series victories and have an overall series record of 28-19-5. This season, Minnesota is 47-34 at home and 40-41 on the road.</p><p><p>Today marks Sonny Gray's 34th outing of the season, and his record stands at 8-8. His ERA is 2.79 and opponents' OBP is .281. The right-hander has struck out 183 batters and has a WHIP of 1.15. On the road, Gray's ERA is 2.97 compared to his 2.60 mark at home.</p></p><p>Minnesota is banking on Sonny Gray to lead them to another victory, having come away with a 2-0 win the last time he took the mound. Gray completed five innings of work, allowing five hits but no earned runs.</p><p>The Twins have been one of the top power lineups in the league of late, having hit 16 home runs over their last ten games. Compared to other clubs, this is 4th best in that span. For the season, they are ranked 3rd in home runs and 7th in slugging percentage. Overall, Minnesota is averaging 4.8 runs per game (10th).</p><p>The Twins' Carlos Correa is the team's leader in hits, boasting a .230 batting average. He currently has a .399 slugging percentage and an on-base percentage of .312.</p>

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<p>At 8:00 ET, the 18-16 Spurs will host the 19-14 Nuggets in a Western Conference matchup. The Spurs (+116) are currently on a two-game win streak and are 8th in the West, while the Nuggets (-138) are 5th in the conference.</p>

<p>Oddsmakers have set the over/under for this game at 237.5 points, and Denver is favored by 2.5 points. ALT2 will have the TV coverage for this game, which will be played at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio.</p><h3>DENVER NUGGETS VS SAN ANTONIO SPURS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Antonio Spurs +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Frost Bank Center at 8:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN ANTONIO SPURS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 135-112 in favor of the Spurs.</li><li>Our projections have Victor Wembanyama finishing with 25 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Spurs finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.3% and knocking down 16 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Nuggets Defense Show Up in San Antonio?</h3><p>Denver fell to 19-14 on the season after a 113-110 home loss to the Spurs on Friday. The Nuggets were favored by 6 points but failed to cover the spread, and the game’s total of 223 points came in well under the 238.5-point line.</p> <p>Denver’s 10-0 run shifted the score from 64-60 to 70-64, but after outscoring the Spurs 38-27 in the 3rd quarter, they couldn’t hold onto their 90-87 lead, getting outscored 26-20 in the 4th.</p><p>In their 113-110 loss to the Spurs, the Nuggets shot 43.3% from the field, making 15 threes at a 38.5% clip. Nikola Jokić led the way with 41 points, 18 rebounds, and 9 assists, hitting 3 threes despite shooting 30% from deep.</p> <p>Michael Porter Jr. added 22 points, connecting on 4 threes at 50% efficiency. Jokić scored 18 points in the 3rd quarter, while Christian Braun and Julian Strawther each contributed 5 points in the 4th.</p><p>Despite a strong defensive effort in the 4th quarter, the Nuggets couldn’t stop the Spurs, who scored 113 points in Denver’s loss on Friday. The Nuggets gave up 32 points in the 1st quarter but improved as the game went on, allowing 28 in the 2nd, 27 in the 3rd, and 26 in the final period.</p> <p>Denver held San Antonio to 46% shooting from the field, including 36% from three, with the Spurs hitting 13 threes. The Nuggets sent the Spurs to the line 13 times, where they made 8 free throws. Denver also recorded 7 steals and 7 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Will the Spurs Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>The Spurs improved to 18-16 on the season with a 113-110 road win over the Nuggets on Friday. San Antonio entered the game as +6 point underdogs and covered the spread with the win. The total score of 223 points fell short of the 238.5-point over/under line.</p> <p>San Antonio took control in the 2nd quarter, outscoring Denver 28-22. However, the Nuggets responded with a 10-0 run and a 38-27 3rd quarter. The Spurs rallied in the 4th, holding Denver to 20 points while scoring 26 to secure the win.</p><p>Victor Wembanyama led the Spurs to a win over the Nuggets, scoring 35 points and grabbing 18 rebounds, shooting 63.6% from the field and hitting 4 threes at 66.7%. Devin Vassell added 18 points, while Keldon Johnson contributed 16 points, knocking down 3 threes at 50% efficiency.</p> <p>Wembanyama scored 13 points in the 2nd quarter, and added 8 more in the 4th. Keldon Johnson also had a big 2nd quarter, scoring 13 of his 16 points. The Spurs hit 13 threes as a team, shooting 36.1% from deep and 46.5% overall.</p><p>Despite a tough 3rd quarter where they allowed 38 points, the Spurs' defense came through in the 4th, holding the Nuggets to just 20 points to secure the win. Overall, San Antonio gave up 110 points on 43% shooting from the field.</p> <p>The Spurs struggled to contain Denver from beyond the arc, allowing 15 threes on 38% shooting. They sent the Nuggets to the line 16 times, where they hit 11 free throws. San Antonio finished with 42 defensive rebounds, while giving up 10 offensive boards.</p>

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<p>Betting on today's Falcons and Bulldogs game? Catch the action at Save Mart Center in Fresno, CA, as the Bulldogs hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on MWN. The over/under for this game is set at 142.5 points, and Fresno State is favored by -3 vs. Air Force in a Mountain West conference matchup.</p><h3>AIR FORCE FALCONS VS FRESNO STATE BULLDOGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Fresno State Bulldogs -3</p><p>This game will be played at Save Mart Center at 10:00 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FRESNO STATE BULLDOGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Bulldogs.</li><li>Not only will Fresno State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Falcons Find a Way to Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Air Force Falcons Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Falcons dropped to 3-14 this season after a 68-62 road loss to Nevada on Tuesday. Despite being +19.5 point underdogs, Air Force kept it close and covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Air Force led 35-33 at halftime but managed only 27 points in the 2nd half while allowing 35. The total points of 130 slightly exceeded the O/U line of 127.5.</p><p>Air Force managed 62 points in their last game, shooting 39.2% from the field and 49% in effective field goal percentage. They connected on 10 of 27 three-point attempts, hitting 37% from deep, while shooting 41.7% on two-pointers. At the free-throw line, they converted 12 of 17 attempts for a 70.6% success rate.</p> <p>Ethan Taylor led the way with 22 points, hitting 5 of 11 from three-point range and finishing 8 of 16 overall. Tré Coleman added 18 points and 9 rebounds, while Kyle Marshall contributed 12 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists. The Falcons recorded 15 assists as a team, with 7 offensive rebounds.</p><p>Despite Air Force’s defensive efforts, they gave up 68 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 55% from the field. The Falcons struggled to contain two-point shots, with the other team hitting 60% of their attempts, going 20/33.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Air Force's defense allowed 6 threes on 14 attempts, a 42% shooting performance. They did manage to send their opponent to the line 23 times, where they shot just 43%.</p><h3>Can the Bulldogs Deliver Being Favored at Home?</h3><h3>Fresno State Bulldogs Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bulldogs fell to 4-13 on the season after a 77-66 home loss to Nevada on Saturday, January 11th. Despite being +12.5 point underdogs, Fresno State kept the game closer than expected, covering the spread. The total points for the game were 143, which was under the O/U line of 148.5.</p> 

<p>Fresno State led 31-30 at halftime but couldn’t maintain their edge, as they were outscored 34-33 in the 2nd half.</p><p>Fresno State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 34.5% from the field and 32.3% on two-point attempts. They connected on 37.5% of their threes, hitting 9 of 24 from deep.</p> <p>Nick Davidson led the way with 20 points and 14 rebounds, shooting 50% from the field. David Douglas Jr. added 16 points, hitting 5 threes at a 41.7% clip.</p><p>Fresno State's defense put up a solid effort, holding their opponent to 77 points on 34% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities effectively, with the other team hitting just 10 of 31 attempts for 32%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Fresno State allowed 9 threes on 24 attempts, a 37% shooting rate. They sent the other team to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 19 for 70%. Fresno State also gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

Air Force Falcons vs Fresno State Bulldogs NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/17/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Bears versus the Catamounts? Tip off is at at 3:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Ramsey Center in Cullowhee, NC. Mercer is favored by -5.5 in this Southern conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 151.5 points.</p><h3>MERCER BEARS VS WESTERN CAROLINA CATAMOUNTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Western Carolina Catamounts +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ramsey Center at 3:30 ET on Sunday, January 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WESTERN CAROLINA CATAMOUNTS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Catamounts.</li><li>Not only will Western Carolina pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Mercer Defense Show Up on the Road?</h3><h3>Mercer Bears Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Bears fell to 7-8 on the season after a 70-68 home loss to East Tennessee State on Wednesday. Mercer, who entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs, managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 138, falling short of the O/U line of 151.5.</p> 

<p>Mercer trailed 40-32 at halftime but tightened up defensively in the 2nd half, allowing just 30 points while scoring 36 of their own. Despite the improved effort, they couldn’t complete the comeback.</p><p>Mercer's offense put up 68 points in their last game, shooting 43.4% from the field and 38.9% from three-point range, with an effective field goal percentage of 49.1%. They struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 57.7% of their attempts, and grabbed 10 offensive rebounds, dishing out 13 assists as a team.</p> <p>Quimari Peterson led the way with 25 points and 5 assists, shooting 56.2% overall and 42.9% from deep. Jaden Seymour and Alex Holt both shot 60.0% from the field, with Seymour hitting 3 of 5 threes and Holt contributing 9 rebounds. Ahmad Robinson added 7 assists, despite shooting just 20.0% from the floor.</p><p>Despite Mercer’s defensive efforts, they gave up 70 points on 43% shooting from the field. The opposing team hit 16 of their 35 two-point attempts, shooting 45% inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Mercer allowed 7 threes on 18 attempts, with the other team shooting 38%. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 26 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 57%. Mercer gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Catamounts Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>Western Carolina dropped to 1-11 on the season after a 77-69 road loss to Wofford on Wednesday. The Catamounts were +12.5 point underdogs going into the game, so while the loss was another setback, they did manage to cover the spread.</p> <p>Western Carolina trailed 48-37 at halftime but tightened up defensively in the second half, allowing just 29 points while scoring 32. The total points for the game ended at 146, just over the O/U line of 144.5.</p><p>Western Carolina struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 35.9% overall and 25.6% from three-point range, hitting 10 of 39 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.8%, but they were solid at the free-throw line, making 13 of 15 attempts for 86.7%.</p> <p>Bernard Pelote led the way with 27 points and 8 rebounds, shooting 52.4% from the field. Kyler Filewich contributed 16 points and 18 rebounds, shooting 66.7% overall. Justin Bailey hit 4 of 5 threes, finishing with 14 points and 5 assists.</p><p>Western Carolina's defense gave up 77 points, with their opponents shooting 44% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 48% shooting, with the other team hitting 18 of 37 two-point attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Western Carolina's opponents made 10 of 26 shots, good for 38%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 11 free throws, shooting 61%.</p>

Mercer Bears vs Western Carolina Catamounts NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/12/25

<p>Planning on watching today's Colonials and Phoenix game? Catch the action at Resch Center in Ashwaubenon, WI, as the Phoenix hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. Robert Morris is favored by -4 in this Horizon League conference contest against Green Bay. The game's over/under currently sits at 147.5 points.</p><h3>ROBERT MORRIS COLONIALS VS GREEN BAY PHOENIX BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Green Bay Phoenix +4</p><p>This game will be played at Resch Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GREEN BAY PHOENIX:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Phoenix.</li><li>Not only will Green Bay pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +4.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Colonials Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>Robert Morris Colonials Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Robert Morris improved to 10-7 on the season with a 75-72 win over Wright State on Sunday, January 12th. The Colonials, who were slight -1 favorites, covered the spread in this home game.</p> 

<p>After a 34-34 tie at halftime, Robert Morris outscored Wright State 41-38 in the 2nd half. The total points for the game were 147, just under the 148.5 O/U line.</p><p>Robert Morris put up 75 points in their latest game, shooting 45.5% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 50.9%. They connected on 31.6% of their three-point attempts, going 6-for-19 from beyond the arc, while hitting 52.8% of their two-point shots. At the free-throw line, the Colonials made 19 of 27 attempts, good for 70.4%.</p> <p>Alvaro Folgueiras and Brandon Noel each contributed 16 points, with Folgueiras shooting 75% from the field. Andrew Welage hit 4 of 6 threes, finishing with 14 points, and DJ Smith knocked down 3 of 4 from deep, also scoring 13 points. Robert Morris recorded 14 assists and 7 offensive rebounds in the win.</p><p>Robert Morris gave up 72 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field on 25 of 55 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 52% shooting, as the other team went 19 for 36 on two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, Robert Morris held the other team to 31% shooting, with 6 made threes on 19 attempts. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 19 free throws for 70%. The Colonials allowed 7 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will the Green Bay Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><h3>Green Bay Phoenix Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Green Bay fell to 2-15 on the season after a 70-59 road loss to Milwaukee on Saturday, January 11th. Despite being +15.5 point underdogs, the Phoenix kept the game closer than expected.</p> 

<p>Green Bay trailed 36-24 at halftime but managed to outscore Milwaukee 35-34 in the second half. The game’s total points of 129 fell short of the 149.5 over/under line.</p><p>In their last game, the Green Bay Phoenix put up 59 points, shooting 42.6% from the field. They struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 5 of 23 attempts for 21.7%, while their two-point shooting was a strong 62.5% (15/24). Their effective field goal percentage came in at 46.8%.</p> <p>On the boards, Green Bay managed only 2 offensive rebounds, and they connected on 14 of 19 free throws (73.7%). Yonatan Levy and Marcus Hall each scored 15 points, with Hall knocking down 2 of 5 threes. Themus Fulks contributed 14 points and 5 assists, while Kentrell Pullian and Mac Wrecke added 13 points apiece.</p><p>Green Bay's defense gave up 70 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 43% from the field. They allowed 16 two-point baskets on 32 attempts, a 50% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Green Bay's defense held their opponents to 5 three-pointers on 16 attempts, a 31% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 30 times, where they made 23, shooting 76%. Green Bay allowed 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

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<p>At 7:30 ET, the Minnesota Timberwolves (+153) travel to take on the New York Knicks (-181) in a non-conference matchup. The Knicks are currently favored by 4.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 218.5.</p>

<p>Minnesota is 21-19 and sits 8th in the Western Conference. The Knicks are 27-15 and 3rd in the East. This game will be played at Madison Square Garden and can be seen on MSG.</p><h3>MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES VS NEW YORK KNICKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: New York Knicks -4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Madison Square Garden at 7:30 ET on Friday, January 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NEW YORK KNICKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 128-109 in favor of the Knicks.</li><li>Our projections have Jalen Brunson finishing with 28 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Knicks finishing with a field goal percentage of 46.5% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will Minnesota Be The Talk of Madison Square Garden?</h3><p>The Timberwolves fell to 21-19 on the season after a 116-115 home loss to the Warriors on Wednesday. Minnesota, who were -7 point favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The combined score of 231 points exceeded the pre-game total of 217.</p> <p>Golden State took control early with a 13-0 run, and the Timberwolves found themselves down 34-12 after the 1st quarter. Minnesota fought back, winning each of the next three quarters, including a 37-29 edge in the 4th, but it wasn’t enough to complete the comeback.</p><p>In their 116-115 loss to the Warriors, the Timberwolves connected on 17 threes, shooting 45.9% from deep. Overall, they shot 44.2% from the field.</p> <p>Donte DiVincenzo and Anthony Edwards each scored 28 points, with DiVincenzo hitting 6 threes at 50%. Edwards and DiVincenzo both scored 10 points in the 3rd quarter, while Julius Randle and Naz Reid added 7 points each in the 4th.</p><p>The Timberwolves struggled defensively in the 1st and 3rd quarters, giving up 34 and 32 points, respectively, in their 116-115 loss to the Warriors. They tightened up in the 2nd quarter, allowing just 21 points, but couldn’t contain Golden State in the 4th, where they gave up 29 points.</p> <p>Minnesota allowed the Warriors to shoot 48% from the field, including 50% from beyond the arc, with Golden State hitting 18 threes. The Timberwolves also sent the Warriors to the line 21 times, where they made 18 free throws. Defensively, Minnesota recorded 4 steals and 7 blocks.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Knicks?</h3><p>The Knicks improved to 27-15 on the season with a 125-119 win over the 76ers on Wednesday. New York, favored by 5.5 points, covered the spread in the victory. The game’s total points reached 244, surpassing the over/under line of 218.5 by 25.5 points.</p> <p>New York jumped out to a 30-21 lead after the 1st quarter and extended their lead by outscoring the 76ers 30-26 in the 2nd. However, Philadelphia stormed back in the 3rd, outscoring the Knicks 38-25 to tie the game at 85 heading into the 4th. Both teams scored 24 points in the final quarter, but the Knicks pulled away for the win.</p><p>Jalen Brunson's 38 points and 5 rebounds on 63.6% shooting led the Knicks to a win over the 76ers, with Brunson hitting 3 threes at 50% efficiency. Mikal Bridges added 23 points, connecting on 5 threes at 50%.</p> <p>The Knicks made 16 threes as a team, shooting 43.2% from deep and 53.5% overall. Brunson scored 8 points in the 4th and OT, while OG Anunoby added 4 of his 17 points in the extra period.</p><p>Despite a rough 3rd quarter where the Knicks gave up 38 points, they held the 76ers to 21 points in the 1st and 24 in the 4th to secure the win. Overall, New York allowed 119 points on 50% shooting from the field.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, the Knicks allowed 13 threes on 37% shooting. Philadelphia also went 14/14 from the free-throw line. Defensively, New York finished with 10 steals and 3 blocks.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Coyotes and Cornhuskers game? Catch the action at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln, NE, as the Cornhuskers hosts this showdown at 6:30 ET on BTN. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Nebraska as the -20 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 158.5 points.</p><h3>SOUTH DAKOTA COYOTES VS NEBRASKA CORNHUSKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: South Dakota Coyotes +20</p><p>This game will be played at Pinnacle Bank Arena at 6:30 ET on Wednesday, November 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTH DAKOTA COYOTES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 79-68 in favor of the Cornhuskers.</li><li>Even though we have Nebraska winning straight-up, we like South Dakota at +20.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 158.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Does South Dakota Have What it Takes on the Road?</h3><h3>South Dakota Coyotes Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>South Dakota fell 92-83 to Southern Indiana on Friday, November 22nd. The Coyotes, who were -2.5 favorites going into the game, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 175, surpassing the over/under line of 153.5.</p> 

<p>After trailing 41-35 at halftime, South Dakota put up 48 points in the second half but allowed 51 points to Southern Indiana, leading to the loss. The Coyotes will need to tighten up defensively while maintaining their offensive output in future games.</p><p>South Dakota's offense put up 83 points in their last game, despite shooting just 38.7% from the field and 28.6% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 44%, but they made up for it by hitting 94.4% of their free throws, going 17-for-18 from the line.</p> <p>Jayland Randall led the way with 24 points, shooting 60% overall and 50% from deep. Kaleb Stewart added 21 points, hitting 5 threes on 12 attempts. The Coyotes also grabbed 19 offensive rebounds and finished with 10 assists as a team.</p><p>South Dakota's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 92 points on 52% shooting from the field. They allowed the opposing team to hit 36 of 68 shots.</p> <p>Inside the arc, the Coyotes gave up 28 buckets on 50 attempts, a 56% success rate. From three-point range, the opposition shot 44%, making 8 of 18. South Dakota also sent them to the line 16 times, where they hit 12 free throws.</p><h3>Can the Nebraska Offense Score Enough at Home?</h3><h3>Nebraska Cornhuskers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Nebraska pulled off a 74-63 upset win over Creighton on Friday, November 22nd. The Cornhuskers were +10.5 point underdogs going into the game and not only won but covered the spread.</p> 

<p>Nebraska led 35-24 at halftime and matched Creighton’s 39 points in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 137 fell under the O/U line of 151.5.</p><p>Nebraska's offense put up 74 points in their last game, shooting 42.1% from the field and 25% from beyond the arc, hitting just 4 of 16 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.6%, and they connected on 73.3% of their free throws, going 22 for 30 from the line.</p> <p>Pop Isaacs led the way with 25 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 5 of 12 from deep at 41.7%. Juwan Gary, Steven Ashworth, and Brice Williams each contributed 16 points, with Ashworth also dishing out 4 assists. Connor Essegian added 15 points in just 21 minutes, hitting 4 of 6 shots, while Berke Buyuktuncel chipped in 12 points and 9 rebounds.</p><p>Nebraska's defense held their opponent to just 63 points, allowing them to shoot only 32% from the field. The Cornhuskers limited their opponent to just 17 made field goals on 52 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Nebraska's defense gave up 12 threes on 42 attempts, a 28% shooting percentage. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 23 times, where they made 17 free throws.</p>

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